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MRI Technologist in Indiana: Salary, License Requirements, and How to Start

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Indiana employs 1,030 mri technologists, with a statewide median of $86,880 and wide variation by city and experience. Here is the real wage data, the exact Indiana licensing picture, and where to train.

What Mri technologists Earn in Indiana (May 2025)

Indiana median pay: $86,880 (May 2025)
Starting range (10th percentile): $64,300
Experienced (75th percentile): $99,360
Top earners (90th percentile): $102,690
Employed in Indiana: 1,030
U.S. median (for comparison): $83,200 (May 2024)

Wages vary substantially by metro. Median annual pay for mri technologists in major Indiana markets:

South Bend: $88,910 (70 employed)
Indianapolis: $88,320 (300 employed)
Fort Wayne: $83,290 (80 employed)
Evansville: $81,450 (60 employed)

What That Pay Is Worth in Indiana

Prices in Indiana run about 7% below the national average (cost-of-living index 93.3 vs a U.S. baseline of 100, 2024), so the $86,880 median stretches to roughly $93,119 in national buying-power terms.

Job Outlook in Indiana (2024–2034)

Indiana is projected to grow mri technologists employment +4.4%, slower than the +7.0% projected nationally. The state expects about 40 openings a year, counting both growth and workers who retire or move on.

Indiana License and Certification Requirements

None required — ARRT R.T.(MR) is the national credential employers require — regulated by the No Indiana state license required for MRI technologists.

Indiana does not require a state license for MRI technologists. Complete an accredited radiologic technology program, gain clinical MRI experience, and earn the ARRT R.T.(MR) post-primary credential.
Pass the ARRT MR exam. IU Health, Ascension, and Franciscan Health require ARRT credentials and annual MRI safety competency.
Apply to IU Health's flagship hospitals, Ascension St. Vincent, Parkview Health (Fort Wayne), or outpatient MRI centers across Indiana's major metros.

Official requirements: No Indiana state license required for MRI technologists →

Training in Indiana

Indiana University Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis is the largest MRI employer in the state. Per diem MRI technologist opportunities are growing in Indiana's suburban outpatient market. Indiana MRI wages are below coastal markets but purchasing power is strong given Indiana's low cost of living.

Real training providers and registered apprenticeships in Indiana include:

Anderson University — Bachelor's
Ball State University — Associate / Bachelor's
Caris College — Associate
Franklin College — Bachelor's

Where Mri technologists Work in Indiana

Real Indiana hospitals that employ mri technologists include:

Indiana University Health — Indianapolis
VA Northern Indiana Hlth Care System-Marion Campus — Marion
Ascension St Vincent Hospital — Indianapolis
Richard L Roudebush VA Medical Cente — Indianapolis
Parkview Regional Medical Center — Fort Wayne
Deaconess Hospital Inc — Evansville

Is This the Right Move for You?

Best for: People interested in healthcare technology who want strong wages and can handle calm, precise, controlled environments.

Think twice if: Claustrophobic patients, on-call rotations, and strict MRI safety protocols sound stressful rather than interesting.

Why it's resilient: MRI scanning requires licensed, patient-present technical work with real-time safety decisions around magnetic fields and contraindications.

First Steps

Look for ARRT-eligible MRI programs — either a primary MRI track or post-primary certification for existing RT graduates.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do mri technologists make in Indiana?

The median wage for mri technologists in Indiana is $86,880 per year (May 2025, BLS). Entry-level pay (10th percentile) starts around $64,300, and top earners (90th percentile) make about $102,690. Pay varies by metro and years of experience.

What license or certification do you need to become a MRI Technologist in Indiana?

None required — ARRT R.T.(MR) is the national credential employers require, overseen by the No Indiana state license required for MRI technologists. Indiana does not require a state license for MRI technologists. Complete an accredited radiologic technology program, gain clinical MRI experience, and earn the ARRT R.T.(MR) post-primary credential.

Is being a MRI Technologist a good career in Indiana?

MRI scanning requires licensed, patient-present technical work with real-time safety decisions around magnetic fields and contraindications.

Which Indiana metros pay mri technologists the most?

Among Indiana metro areas, South Bend leads at $88,910, followed by Indianapolis ($88,320), Fort Wayne ($83,290). Local pay tracks regional demand and cost of living, so the highest-paying metro isn't always the best net move.

Where can I train to become a MRI Technologist in Indiana?

Real Indiana options include Anderson University, Ball State University, Caris College. Most mri technologists start with an accredited program, then earn the credential the state or employer requires.

Is MRI Technologist a growing career in Indiana?

Indiana projects mri technologists employment to change +4.4% from 2024 to 2034, with about 40 openings a year — a growing field in the state.

Sources and Verification

Wage data: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025), Indiana statewide and metro estimates for SOC 29-2035. Licensing summary compiled from the No Indiana state license required for MRI technologists (2026-06-11). Requirements change — always confirm current rules with the board and verify program costs and outcomes before enrolling.

BLS Occupational Outlook · O*NET Indiana wages · Indiana licensing/certification source

Employment projections: Projections Central / BLS Employment Projections (2024–2034); Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities; Employer lists from CMS Provider of Services, the FAA Part 145 directory, EIA Form 860, and USGS/state EMS registries (2026).

Pay percentiles describe current workers, not entry-level offers; training costs and local demand vary, so verify locally before committing money or quitting a job.