How Much Does an MRI Tech Make in Nevada in 2026?

A typical MRI Tech in Nevada earns about $47.24 per hour, or $98,260 per year, per the latest government wage data (May 2025). That breaks down to roughly $8,188 a month and $1,890 a week, both calculated from the annual figure. Pay in Nevada varies by city and experience level, with a wide range between entry-level and senior positions.

That figure sits 3% above the national typical pay of $95,480 a year, and Nevada ranks 21st out of 51 states for MRI Tech pay. About 340 MRI Techs work in the state, compared with 43,390 nationwide. That's a modest number of professionals, spread across a handful of metro areas throughout the state.

Entry-level MRI Techs in Nevada typically start around $40.68 an hour, or about $84,610 a year, according to the same May 2025 data. That's noticeably below the state's typical pay of $98,260 a year. Most techs see their pay climb toward that typical figure within their first few years on the job, as they gain hands-on experience with more complex scans.

Experienced MRI Techs in Nevada often earn upwards of $54.28 an hour ($112,910 a year) as they take on senior roles, and the top 10% of earners make over $124,120 a year. The gap between entry-level and top pay comes to $39,510 a year. Setting, years of experience, and the city where someone works all play a part in where a tech lands within that range.

Nevada MRI Tech pay climbed from $84,050 in 2015 to $98,260 in 2025, a gain of $14,210, or 17%, over that decade. The increase happened unevenly, with a few down years along the way, including dips in 2017 and 2022. Even with those swings, pay in 2025 stands well above where it started ten years earlier.

Nationally, MRI Tech pay rose 41% over the same ten years, more than double Nevada's 17% increase. That means Nevada's pay growth has trailed the rest of the country, even though the state's typical pay remains slightly above the national figure today. For someone starting now, the record shows pay has moved upward over time, though past gains don't guarantee future increases.

MRI Tech pay runs highest in Reno, where the typical figure reaches $106,800 a year ($51.35 an hour), about 9% above the statewide figure. Las Vegas, Henderson, and North Las Vegas all report the same typical pay, $96,950 a year, close to the state figure. These figures reflect each city's full metro area, not just its downtown core.

The lowest typical pay among Nevada's listed cities is in North Las Vegas, at $96,950 a year, putting the statewide city spread at $9,850. Las Vegas holds the largest MRI Tech workforce in the state, with 240 professionals working there. Higher pay in Reno tends to track higher living costs in that area, while lower pay in the Las Vegas metro area generally lines up with more affordable housing and everyday expenses.

Nevada's neighbors show a wide range in MRI Tech pay. California pays the most nearby, with a typical figure of $124,000 a year, 26% above Nevada's. Utah pays the least, at $91,150 a year, 7% below Nevada's, while Oregon, Idaho, and Arizona all report higher pay than Nevada. MRI Tech licensure earned in one state can often be transferred or endorsed into a neighboring state, which can simplify a move across state lines.

MRI Techs in Nevada typically earn $98,260 a year today, up 17% over the past decade. Pay varies by city and experience level, with entry-level positions starting lower and senior techs earning considerably more. Readers weighing a move to Nevada or into this field should check the state's licensing or registry requirements and review city-level pages for local figures before making a decision.