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

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Utah employs 300 mri technologists, with a statewide median of $91,150 and wide variation by city and experience. Here is the real wage data, the exact Utah licensing picture, and where to train.

What Mri technologists Earn in Utah (May 2025)

Utah median pay: $91,150 (May 2025)
Starting range (10th percentile): $80,920
Experienced (75th percentile): $106,000
Top earners (90th percentile): $109,830
Employed in Utah: 300
U.S. median (for comparison): $83,200 (May 2024)

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

Provo: $97,890 (40 employed)
Salt Lake City: $91,150 (150 employed)
Ogden: $85,350 (60 employed)

What That Pay Is Worth in Utah

Prices in Utah run about 1% below the national average (cost-of-living index 98.9 vs a U.S. baseline of 100, 2024), so the $91,150 median stretches to roughly $92,164 in national buying-power terms.

Job Outlook in Utah (2024–2034)

Utah is projected to grow mri technologists employment +29.2%, faster than the +7.0% projected nationally. The state expects about 30 openings a year, counting both growth and workers who retire or move on.

Utah License and Certification Requirements

No state license; ARRT (MRI) or ARMRIT credential — regulated by the No Utah state license — ARRT(MRI)/ARMRIT is the standard.

Utah does not require a separate state license.
Enter via a radiography program then cross-train into MRI, or a direct MRI program.
Earn ARRT (MRI) or ARMRIT certification.

Official requirements: No Utah state license — ARRT(MRI)/ARMRIT is the standard →

Training in Utah

Many MRI techs start as rad techs and add the MRI credential. Strong pay and steady imaging-center/hospital demand.

Real training providers and registered apprenticeships in Utah include:

Bridgerland Technical College — Certificate
Brigham Young University — Bachelor's
Davis Technical College — Certificate
Dixie Technical College — Certificate

Where Mri technologists Work in Utah

Real Utah hospitals that employ mri technologists include:

University of Utah Hospital and Clinics — Salt Lake City
V a Hospital — Salt Lake City
Intermountain Medical Center — Murray
Intermountain Health Utah Valley Hospital — Provo
Utah State Hospital — Provo
Intermountain Health McKay-Dee Hospital — Ogden

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 Utah?

The median wage for mri technologists in Utah is $91,150 per year (May 2025, BLS). Entry-level pay (10th percentile) starts around $80,920, and top earners (90th percentile) make about $109,830. Pay varies by metro and years of experience.

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

No state license; ARRT (MRI) or ARMRIT credential, overseen by the No Utah state license — ARRT(MRI)/ARMRIT is the standard. Utah does not require a separate state license.

Is being a MRI Technologist a good career in Utah?

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

Which Utah metros pay mri technologists the most?

Among Utah metro areas, Provo leads at $97,890, followed by Salt Lake City ($91,150), Ogden ($85,350). 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 Utah?

Real Utah options include Bridgerland Technical College, Brigham Young University, Davis Technical 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 Utah?

Utah projects mri technologists employment to change +29.2% from 2024 to 2034, with about 30 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), Utah statewide and metro estimates for SOC 29-2035. Licensing summary compiled from the No Utah state license — ARRT(MRI)/ARMRIT is the standard (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 Utah wages · Utah 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.