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Oregon · BLS SOC 29-2035

MRI Technologist salary in Oregon

Median $101,280 · Top 10% earn $135,360+ · Roughly 605 workers in Oregon. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

Oregon median
$101,280
$48.69/hr
Top 10%
$135,360
90th percentile
Bottom 10%
$69,800
Entry-level range
Real pay
$98,521
CoL-adjusted (RPP 102.8)

Oregon pays meaningfully above the U.S. median for mri technologists — $101,280 versus the national median of $84,400. Real purchasing power is $14,121 above the U.S. average — a clean win. The state employs roughly 605 mri technologists.

What drives mri technologist pay in Oregon

Oregon MRI tech pay leads the Pacific Northwest. OHSU and Providence operate large MR programs.

Top-paying metros in Oregon

Oregon-area metropolitan areas with the highest mri technologist medians.

Oregon metros

10 highest-paying metropolitan areas. Source: BLS OEWS metro tables, May 2024.

Rank Metro Median
1 Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $102,400

Oregon ranks #4 of 50 states

Where Oregon sits in the national distribution for mri technologist pay, and the closest comparable states above and below.

Rank State Median vs. Oregon
#3 District of Columbia $102,120 +$840
#2 Washington $102,970 +$1,690
#1 California $111,410 +$10,130
#4 Oregon (this page) $101,280 —
#5 Massachusetts $99,590 −$1,690
#6 New York $97,900 −$3,380
#7 Alaska $97,900 −$3,380
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Education path for Oregon

The typical path is a associate degree + arrt(r) + arrt(mr) post-primary certification, taking about 24 months. Tuition ranges from $6,000 (community college) to $42,000 (private accelerated). On the Oregon median of $101,280, payback periods are typically 0.6 years or less from a starting income near minimum wage.

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MRI Technologist salary in Oregon — FAQ

What is the average mri technologist salary in Oregon?
The median mri technologist salary in Oregon is $101,280 per year (BLS OEWS, May 2024). The bottom 10% earn around $69,800; the top 10% earn $135,360 or more. About 605 people work in this role across the state.
How does Oregon mri technologist pay compare to the national average?
Oregon's median of $101,280 is $16,880 above the U.S. national median of $84,400. After adjusting for Oregon's cost of living (Regional Price Parity 102.8), the real-purchasing-power equivalent is $98,521.
Where does Oregon pay mri technologists the most?
Top-paying metros in Oregon include Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro at $102,400. These metros consistently pay 10–25% above the state median due to higher concentration of large hospital systems and specialty employers.
Is mri technologist a good career in Oregon?
On the data: Oregon employs roughly 605 mri technologists, with a median wage of $101,280 and the top decile clearing $135,360. The role is projected to grow +6% nationally over the next decade. Whether it's "good" for you depends on whether the work suits you and whether you're positioned for the in-state metros that pay above the median.
What's the hourly rate for mri technologists in Oregon?
At the Oregon median of $101,280 annually, the equivalent hourly rate is approximately $48.69/hr. The top 10% earn around $65.08/hr, while entry-level roles typically pay $33.56/hr or slightly above.

Methodology note

Oregon-level wage data sourced from BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024 release (SOC 29-2035: Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists), with state pay indexes from BLS area-comparison tables. Cost-of-living adjustments use BEA Regional Price Parities, 2023 release, where Oregon's RPP is 102.8 (U.S. = 100). Last reviewed: May 2026.