How to Become a Radiology Technician in Michigan (2026)

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Michigan employs about 7,220 radiology technicians earning a median $76,420 a year (BLS OEWS, May 2025). Training as a Radiology Technician here means completing a JRCERT-accredited radiography program, ARRT(R), and state radiologic technologist licensure where required, then applying through Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs - Bureau of Professional Licensing.

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BOC Score, tuition, graduation rate, and median graduate earnings from federal IPEDS and U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard data. Tuition is the published annual figure for the latest reported year and excludes room, board, books and fees. Earnings are reported across all programs at the school (all majors), not a single trade. Distance is measured from the page's primary location.
#SchoolBOC Score (0–100)Tuition (published, per year)Median grad earnings (all majors)Graduation rateOnlineDistance
152.2$7,350 in-state / $10,200 out-of-state$53,22316%Yes*74 mi
248.5$4,100 in-state / $11,300 out-of-state$56,31425%Yes*34 mi
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346.8$4,820 in-state / $7,880 out-of-state$52,16927%Yes*40 mi
444.1$4,118 in-state / $8,282 out-of-state$41,91830%Yes*68 mi
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541.4$4,179 in-state / $12,219 out-of-state$49,88721%Yes*55 mi
639.2$6,132 in-state / $10,864 out-of-state$46,57828%Yes*54 mi
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Michigan employs approximately 7,220 radiology technicians according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $76,420 1. Nationally, radiology technician employment is projected to grow 4.3% from 2024 to 2034, with about 12,900 openings per year 2. This page covers how to become a Radiology Technician in Michigan, including licensing requirements, training programs, and salary data.

At a Glance

Quick Answers About How to Become a Radiology Technician in Michigan

How to become a Radiology Technician in Michigan? Complete a JRCERT-accredited radiography program, ARRT(R), and state radiologic technologist licensure where required. Apply through Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs - Bureau of Professional Licensing.

How long does it take? Most people finish a JRCERT-accredited radiography program, ARRT(R), and state radiologic technologist licensure where required. Confirm current hour totals with the program and Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs - Bureau of Professional Licensing.

Do I need a license in Michigan? Yes. Michigan credentials this role through Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs - Bureau of Professional Licensing 3. See the licensing section below.

What do radiology technicians earn in Michigan? The median annual wage for radiology technicians in Michigan is $76,420 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $55,450 and experienced professionals can earn $97,250 or more 1.

How to Become a Radiology Technician in Michigan

  1. Meet program entry rules. Radiography programs in Michigan typically require a high school diploma or GED. Confirm prerequisites with the program.
  2. Complete a JRCERT-accredited radiography program. Finish a JRCERT-accredited radiography program in Michigan. This is not a registered apprenticeship.
  3. Pass ARRT(R). Pass the ARRT radiography exam. Some states accept ARRT in lieu of a separate state exam.
  4. Apply for state licensure where required. Apply for the state radiologic technologist credential where required. Confirm fluoroscopy or CRT rules with Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs - Bureau of Professional Licensing.

Steps and hour totals vary by credential level; confirm current requirements with the state board before you apply.

Radiology Technician License Requirements in Michigan

Radiologic technologists in Michigan typically complete a JRCERT-accredited program, pass ARRT(R), and obtain a state CRT or equivalent where required. See Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs - Bureau of Professional Licensing 3.

Typical path

  1. Meet program entry rules.

  2. Complete a JRCERT-accredited radiography program.

  3. Pass ARRT(R).

  4. Apply to Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs - Bureau of Professional Licensing for CRT or the state equivalent when required.

Hour totals, fees, and reciprocity rules change. Confirm current requirements with Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs - Bureau of Professional Licensing before you enroll.

Radiology Technician Wages by Metro Area in Michigan

Radiologic Technologists and Technicians Wages by Metro Area in Michigan

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics ( OES data), radiologic technologists and technicians wages in Michigan vary by metro area.

Metro AreaEmploymentMedian Annual WageAvg. Annual WageEntry Level
(10th pctile)		Experienced
(90th pctile)
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn3,150$77,530$75,510$57,290$101,420
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood860$77,360$72,350$59,610$93,580
Ann Arbor680$80,450$77,510$62,210$98,990
Lansing-East Lansing340$78,590$74,970$59,980$98,700
South Bend-Mishawaka250$74,930$72,270$54,070$90,290
Kalamazoo-Portage210$78,140$75,510$59,140$97,490
Flint200$68,460$68,490$50,960$81,380
Saginaw160$68,030$70,560$55,570$82,850
Michigan City-La Porte70$75,280$71,980$40,050$96,300
Monroe40$76,940$72,390$56,330$92,610

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May .

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for radiology technicians in Michigan? Michigan currently employs approximately 7,220 radiology technicians 1. Nationally, radiology technician employment is projected to grow 4.3% from 2024 to 2034 2.

Can I work as a radiology technician in Michigan with an out-of-state license? Contact the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs - Bureau of Professional Licensing for details on reciprocity and credential transfer.

What training programs are available in Michigan? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and state-approved training programs. Use the school finder above to search for programs in Michigan.

How much do radiology technicians earn in Michigan compared to the national average? The median annual wage for radiology technicians in Michigan is $76,420, which is $1,240 below the national median of $77,660 according to BLS data 1.

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About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

  1. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎

  2. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎

  3. Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs - Bureau of Professional Licensing - Licensing Information: https://www.michigan.gov/lara/0,4601,7-154-89334_72600—,00.html ↩︎ ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

DataProviderVintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)U.S. Bureau of Labor StatisticsMay 2025
Employment ProjectionsU.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data SystemNational Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)U.S. Department of Educationlatest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)U.S. Department of Educationlatest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirementsCareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programsCareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)