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

A typical MRI Tech in Utah earns about $43.82 per hour, or $91,150 per year, according to the latest government wage data (May 2025). That works out to roughly $7,596 a month, or $1,753 a week, when the annual figure is broken down. These numbers reflect typical pay across the state, before accounting for city, experience, or employer differences.

That's about 5% below the national typical pay of $45.91 an hour, or $95,480 a year, placing Utah 28th among the 50 states and Washington, D.C. Lower pay in Utah tracks with a lower cost of living compared to many higher-paying states. Roughly 300 MRI Techs work across the state, a modest workforce relative to larger states nearby.

Entry-level positions in Utah typically offer around $38.90 an hour, or about $80,920 a year. Pay generally rises toward the statewide typical of $43.82 an hour within the first several years on the job. New MRI Techs often start in general hospital settings before moving into specialized imaging roles that pay more.

Experienced MRI Techs in Utah often earn upwards of $106,000 a year, and the top 10% of earners make over $109,830. That's a spread of $28,910 between entry-level and top pay. The difference usually comes down to years of experience, specialty certifications, and whether the job is in a higher-paying city like Provo or a lower-paying one like Ogden.

Utah MRI Techs saw pay climb from $62,260 in 2015 to $91,150 in 2025, a gain of $28,890, or 46%, over the decade. That growth has been steady rather than sudden, with typical pay rising most years in the wage data. The rise reflects broader gains across the imaging field over the past ten years.

Nationally, MRI Tech pay rose 41% over the same period, so Utah's increase has outpaced the national trend. Pay has moved up steadily for MRI Techs entering the field in Utah, though past growth does not guarantee future increases. Anyone weighing a move into the profession can look at this decade of rising pay as a reasonable baseline for context.

Pay runs highest in Provo, where MRI Techs earn $97,890 a year, about 7% above the statewide figure. Orem and Lehi, part of the same metro area, post identical pay. These figures cover each city's full metro area rather than just the city limits.

Pay is lowest in Ogden, where MRI Techs earn $85,350 a year, a spread of $12,540 between the highest- and lowest-paying cities in the state. Salt Lake City has the largest MRI Tech workforce, with about 150 employed there at $91,150 a year. Higher pay in cities like Provo often comes with a higher cost of living, which can offset some of the difference.

Utah's neighbors mostly pay more. Colorado leads the region at $105,380 a year, 16% above Utah's figure, while Idaho and Arizona also pay more, at $101,680 and $100,600. Nevada pays $98,260, and Wyoming sits close to Utah at $92,010, just 1% higher. MRI Tech licensure earned in Utah can often be transferred or endorsed into a neighboring state, though requirements vary by state.

MRI Techs in Utah typically earn $91,150 a year, up 46% over the past decade from $62,260 in 2015. Pay varies by city and experience, but the overall trend has been upward. Readers considering the field can check Utah's licensing and registry requirements through the state's radiologic technology board, and compare local figures on individual city pages for a closer look at pay near them.