New York Median
$113,270
per year
Hourly Rate
$54.46
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+19% vs US median
US median $95,480
State Rank
#7 of 51
3,240 employed here
How much does a Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist make in New York?
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists in New York take home a median of $113,270 annually — roughly $54.46 an hour — which runs 19% above the national median of $95,480.
Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $81,180 while the top 10% make $133,420 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $98,090 and $125,740 a year.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist salary range in New York
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $81,180 | $39.03 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $98,090 | $47.16 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $113,270 | $54.46 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $125,740 | $60.45 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $133,420 | $64.14 |
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How New York compares
New York ranks 7th out of 51 states and territories for Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist salary in other states
District of Columbia $128,710California $124,000Washington $122,750Oregon $121,920Alaska $120,610Hawaii $119,370Massachusetts $110,600Connecticut $106,330New Hampshire $105,420Colorado $105,380Maryland $105,230Rhode Island $105,060New Jersey $103,930Delaware $103,510Vermont $103,070Idaho $101,680Minnesota $100,900Arizona $100,600Virginia $98,640Nevada $98,260Texas $96,780Illinois $95,380Wisconsin $94,720Maine $94,140Georgia $92,060Wyoming $92,010Utah $91,150Pennsylvania $91,120New Mexico $87,850Ohio $87,670Oklahoma $87,480Montana $86,950Indiana $86,880North Carolina $85,120Michigan $84,620Florida $84,330South Carolina $83,550Missouri $83,110Nebraska $82,710Kansas $82,670Kentucky $82,200Iowa $81,420North Dakota $80,610West Virginia $80,490Alabama $78,890Arkansas $78,780Tennessee $78,610Louisiana $77,510South Dakota $77,010Mississippi $71,710
Working as a Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist in New York
Nationally, about 43,000 people work as Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($113,270) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist make in New York?
The median Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist salary in New York is $113,270 per year, or about $54.46 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $81,180 at the entry level to $133,420 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists about 19% more than the national median of $95,480. New York ranks 7th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $113,270 a year. About 3,240 Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists are employed in New York. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.