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Microbiology Scientist

Average Microbiology Scientist Salary

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$83,121
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$52k
MEDIAN
$83k
90%
$123k

The average salary for a Microbiology Scientist is $83,121 in 2025

Base Salary
$52k - $123k
Bonus
$1k - $15k
Profit Sharing
$994 - $15k
Commission
$225 - $3k
Total Pay
$47k - $128k
Based on 7,244 salary profiles (last updated Jan 04 2023)
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Common Health Benefits for a Microbiology Scientist

Medical
91%
Dental
81%
Vision
73%
None
9%

Gender Breakdown for Microbiology Scientists

Female
50.8%
Male
48.3%
Prefer to self-define
0.9%
This data is based on 2,714 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Microbiology Scientists

What is the highest pay for Microbiology Scientists?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Microbiology Scientist is $123k / year

What is the lowest pay for Microbiology Scientists?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Microbiology Scientist is $52k / year

How can Microbiology Scientists increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Microbiology Scientist is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Microbiology Scientist that oversees more junior Microbiology Scientists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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