Wisconsin Median
$94,720
per year
Hourly Rate
$45.54
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-1% vs US median
US median $95,480
State Rank
#24 of 51
530 employed here
How much does a Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist make in Wisconsin?
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists in Wisconsin take home a median of $94,720 annually — roughly $45.54 an hour — which runs 1% below the national median of $95,480.
Within Wisconsin, entry-level pay starts around $76,140 while the top 10% make $105,410 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $82,460 and $100,750 a year.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist salary range in Wisconsin
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $76,140 | $36.61 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $82,460 | $39.64 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $94,720 | $45.54 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $100,750 | $48.44 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $105,410 | $50.68 |
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How Wisconsin compares
Wisconsin ranks 24th 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 $119,370New York $113,270Massachusetts $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 $95,380Maine $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 Wisconsin
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 Wisconsin pay ($94,720) 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 Wisconsin?
The median Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist salary in Wisconsin is $94,720 per year, or about $45.54 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $76,140 at the entry level to $105,410 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Wisconsin pay compare to the national average?
Wisconsin pays Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists about 1% less than the national median of $95,480. Wisconsin ranks 24th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Wisconsin a good state for Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $94,720 a year. About 530 Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists are employed in Wisconsin. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Wisconsin?
The highest-paying occupations in Wisconsin include Cardiologist ($636,580), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($572,060), Anesthesiologist ($443,990), 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.