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Allied Travel Updated May 23, 2025

By Sam MacKay

The Top-5 Highest Paying States for MRI Technologists

Offering exciting MRI technologist opportunities at top facilities across the country, AMN Healthcare delivers the unmatched freedom to choose where, when, and how you work as you navigate your career.  

With so many options to choose from, it’s important to consider specific details, like earning potential, which can help inform your decision on where to head for your next assignment. While pay rates can vary depending on the location, facility, and other factors, we’ve compiled the top-5 states in average pay for nuclear med techs, earning up to $3,512.46 in weekly pay* while on assignment.  

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The 5 Best States in Earning Potential for MRI Technologists

1. North Dakota 

From its rolling plains to its famous Badlands, North Dakota’s rugged spirit is perfect for travel  MRI techs who cherish the simple things in life. With an array of facilities and locations for imaging professionals, this beautiful state could be the ideal next stop in your healthcare career amongst the friendly folks of the Midwest. 

2. Louisiana

Step into a world where every corner hums with the melodies of jazz, and the air carries the tantalizing aroma of Creole cuisine. From the lively streets of New Orleans to the tranquil bayous, Louisiana is an explosion of life, color, and flavor for physical therapy assistants to soak in on their travels.

3. Illinois

Illinois stands as a beacon of diversity, offering travel MRI technologists both the electrifying pace of city life and the serene charm of the countryside. Beyond Chicago's bustling streets lie quaint small towns brimming with Midwestern hospitality and hidden gems waiting to be discovered. 

4. Massachusetts

On the rustic shores of New England, Massachusetts combines miles of gorgeous coastline with rich history, bustling cities and cozy towns—not to mention, incredible earning potential! Enjoy an East Coast summer on picturesque Cape Cod, fulfill your fine dining fantasies in Boston’s North End, or explore the natural beauty of the Berkshires. No matter what your interests are, this happening state will deliver the goods.

5. Kentucky 

Discover the perfect blend of career growth and lifestyle in Kentucky as a travel MRI technologist. With its stunning natural beauty—from the Appalachian Mountains to rolling horse country—paired with thriving healthcare opportunities, Kentucky offers a rewarding work-life balance. Explore vibrant cities like Louisville and Lexington or enjoy the charm of small-town living, all within welcoming communities that make you feel right at home. 

*Estimate of weekly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.

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Additional Allied Travel Resources

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  • Legal Support & Guidance

Whichever state you choose, you’ll discover a vast array of exciting MRI technologist opportunities to fit your personal and professional goals. AMN Healthcare is ready to build a partnership of success and match you with your dream assignment.

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While you continue your search for the perfect allied healthcare position, AMN Healthcare provides great resources to keep your career moving in the right direction. Begin the application process now, and then learn more about how AMN Healthcare can help you keep your career on the move.

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