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

A typical MRI Tech in Ohio earns about $42.15 per hour, or $87,670 per year, according to the latest government wage data (May 2025). That breaks down to roughly $7,306 a month and $1,686 a week, both figures calculated from the annual pay. These figures describe typical pay for MRI Techs across the state.

Ohio's pay runs 8% below the national figure of $95,480 a year for MRI Techs, according to the same data. That gap often tracks a lower cost of living in Ohio compared with higher-cost states. Ohio ranks 31st among the 51 states and D.C. for MRI Tech pay. About 1,840 MRI Techs work in the state, giving a sense of scale for these figures.

Entry-level positions in Ohio typically offer around $35.73 an hour, or about $74,310 a year, for MRI Techs just starting out. Pay tends to move toward the state's typical figure of $87,670 within the first few years on the job. New techs often start in this range while completing clinical requirements or building experience with a broader range of exams. From there, pay climbs as scheduling flexibility, certifications, and specialization grow.

Experienced MRI Techs in Ohio often earn upwards of $48.97 an hour, and the top 10% of earners make over $101,860 a year. That puts about $27,550 between entry-level and top pay in the state. Setting, years of experience, and city tend to explain most of that spread. Hospitals in larger metro areas and techs with additional certifications typically land closer to the top of the range.

Ohio's typical MRI Tech pay has risen from $61,170 in 2015 to $87,670 in 2025, a gain of $26,500. That's a 43% increase over the decade, per government wage data going back to 2015. The rise has been steady rather than sudden, with year-over-year gains recorded nearly every year in the data. Pay moved up most sharply between 2020 and 2021, when it jumped from $67,650 to $75,000.

Nationally, MRI Tech pay rose 41% over the same ten years, close to Ohio's pace of growth. Ohio's rise has kept pace with the national trend rather than falling behind it. For someone starting now, this means pay in the field has moved up steadily in recent years. Past growth doesn't guarantee future increases, but the decade-long trend has been consistently upward in Ohio.

Cincinnati pays MRI Techs the most in Ohio, with typical pay of $93,600 a year, about 7% above the state figure. Akron and Columbus follow, with typical pay of $91,970 and $90,530 a year. Canton and Massillon come in close behind at $89,350 a year. Pay in these northern and southwestern metro areas tends to sit above the statewide figure for MRI Techs.

Warren pays the least among Ohio's cities, with typical pay of $80,030 a year. That leaves a $13,570 spread between the state's highest-paying and lowest-paying cities. Cincinnati also has the largest MRI Tech workforce among Ohio cities, with about 490 techs working there. These figures cover each city's full metro area, not just the city center.

Among Ohio's neighbors, Pennsylvania pays MRI Techs the most, with typical pay of $91,120 a year, about 4% above Ohio's figure. Indiana pays $86,880 (1% below Ohio), Michigan pays $84,620 (3% below), Kentucky pays $82,200 (6% below), and West Virginia pays the least at $80,490 a year, 8% below Ohio. MRI Tech licensure earned in one of these states can often be transferred or endorsed into a neighboring state, which can simplify a move across state lines.

MRI Techs in Ohio typically earn $87,670 a year, or $42.15 an hour, with pay up 43% over the past decade. Entry-level pay starts near $74,310, while top earners bring in over $101,860 depending on city and experience. Ohio's radiologic technology licensing board lists current registry requirements for anyone considering a move to the state. City-by-city pay figures, from Cincinnati to Warren, offer a closer look at where in Ohio pay runs highest.