What are the main factors that influence a Microbiologist, Lead/Master's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Microbiologist, Lead/Master's salary?

A Microbiologist, Lead/Master's salary grows with experience: an Entry Microbiologist (0-2 years)earns $58,738, a Microbiologist, Experienced (2-4 years)earns $72,843, a Microbiologist, Senior (4-7 years)earns $83,088, a Microbiologist, Specialist (7+ years)earns $93,483, a Microbiologist, Lead/Master (7-10 years)earns $133,860,

What are the highest paying states for a Microbiologist, Lead/Master?

Microbiologist, Lead/Master salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Microbiologist, Lead/Master roles are District of Columbia $148,300, California $147,700, Massachusetts $145,700. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Microbiologist, Lead/Master roles make?

Salaries for Microbiologist, Lead/Master level roles vary by specialization: Microbiologist V: $133,860; Microbiologist, Specialist: $93,500; Microbiologist IV: $93,483; Microbiologist, Senior: $83,100; Microbiologist III: $83,088.

How do different companies affect a Microbiologist, Lead/Master's salary?

Company size, industry, and compensation structure create significant salary variations for Microbiologist, Lead/Master roles. Large, established industry leaders like C R Bard Inc ($128,509) and Henry Schein Canada ($124,697) offer base salaries 35-40% above the national average. In contrast, smaller firms or startups may offer closer to $82,041.

Microbiologist, Lead/Master Salary in the United States

How much does a Microbiologist, Lead/Master make in the United States?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Microbiologist, Lead/Master in the United States is $133,900 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $64.

However, a Microbiologist, Lead/Master's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $149,566
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $122,100 to $142,100
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $111,357

10% $111,357

50% (Median) $133,900

90% $149,566

Microbiologist, Lead/Master Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$142,100	$11,842	$2,733	$68
Average	$133,900	$11,158	$2,575	$64
25th Percentile	$122,100	$10,175	$2,348	$59

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Key Factors That Influence Microbiologist, Lead/Master Salaries

A Microbiologist, Lead/Master's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Microbiologist, Lead/Master Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Microbiologist, Lead/Master's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry Microbiologist (0-2 years): $58,738
Microbiologist, Experienced (2-4 years): $72,843
Microbiologist, Senior (4-7 years): $83,088
Microbiologist, Specialist (7+ years): $93,483
Microbiologist, Lead/Master (7-10 years): $133,860

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Microbiologist	0-2 years	$58,738
Microbiologist, Experienced	2-4 years	$72,843
Microbiologist, Senior	4-7 years	$83,088
Microbiologist, Specialist	7+ years	$93,483
Microbiologist, Lead/Master	7-10 years	$133,860

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How Do Microbiologist, Lead/Master Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Microbiologist, Lead/Masters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $148,300.
California: $147,700.
Massachusetts: $145,700.

District of Columbia $148,300

California $147,700

Massachusetts $145,700

Washington $145,200

New Jersey $145,100

Alaska $145,000

Connecticut $143,100

New York $142,400

Hawaii $140,000

Rhode Island $138,800

Maryland $138,100

Minnesota $137,000

Colorado $136,600

Illinois $136,500

Oregon $136,000

Delaware $135,600

New Hampshire $135,400

Virginia $134,800

Pennsylvania $133,300

Nevada $132,500

North Dakota $132,300

Michigan $131,900

Wisconsin $131,700

Vermont $131,400

Maine $130,600

Texas $130,600

Arizona $130,500

Ohio $130,400

Georgia $129,200

Indiana $128,500

Wyoming $128,400

Utah $128,200

Iowa $128,200

Kansas $127,500

Louisiana $127,300

North Carolina $127,300

Missouri $127,200

Florida $126,700

Montana $126,400

Nebraska $126,200

Kentucky $126,000

South Carolina $125,500

Tennessee $125,100

Idaho $125,000

New Mexico $124,000

Oklahoma $123,800

Alabama $123,000

South Dakota $121,700

Arkansas $121,000

West Virginia $120,600

Mississippi $119,400

Top Paying Cities for Microbiologist, Lead/Masters

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

San Jose: $168,900
San Francisco: $167,000
Oakland: $163,500

San Jose, CA $168,900

San Francisco, CA $167,000

Oakland, CA $163,500

New York, NY $154,200

Paramus, NJ $152,300

Queens Village, NY $152,300

Passaic, NJ $152,200

Bergenfield, NJ $152,200

Stamford, CT $151,900

Huntington, NY $151,800

Newark, NJ $150,800

Bridgeport, CT $150,500

Vallejo, CA $150,300

New Brunswick, NJ $150,200

Petaluma, CA $150,100

Middlesex, NJ $149,900

Somerset, NJ $149,800

Santa Cruz, CA $149,600

Boston, MA $148,800

Monterey, CA $148,300

Seattle, WA $148,000

Santa Rosa, CA $148,000

Los Angeles, CA $148,000

Juneau, AK $147,600

Washington, DC $147,500

Orange, CA $147,000

Santa Ana, CA $146,600

Long Beach, CA $146,500

Anaheim, CA $146,500

Anchorage, AK $146,400

Santa Maria, CA $146,000

Everett, WA $146,000

Danbury, CT $145,500

Bremerton, WA $145,300

Tacoma, WA $144,800

New Suffolk, NY $144,800

Sacramento, CA $144,800

Santa Barbara, CA $144,600

Trenton, NJ $144,500

San Diego, CA $144,500

Brockton, MA $144,400

Fairbanks, AK $144,000

Lompoc, CA $143,700

Lowell, MA $143,600

Ventura, CA $143,500

Nashua, NH $143,500

Stockton, CA $143,500

Modesto, CA $142,500

Poughkeepsie, NY $142,200

Kennewick, WA $142,000

Olympia, WA $142,000

New Haven, CT $141,900

Lawrence, MA $141,400

Hartford, CT $141,300

Riverside, CA $141,300

New Bedford, MA $141,200

Richland, WA $141,200

Bakersfield, CA $141,000

Atlantic City, NJ $140,900

San Bernardino, CA $140,900

New Britain, CT $140,900

New London, CT $140,800

Norwich, CT $140,800

Portsmouth, NH $140,800

Boulder, CO $140,500

Portland, OR $140,300

Worcester, MA $140,300

Minneapolis, MN $139,900

Philadelphia, PA $139,700

Honolulu, HI $139,300

Saint Paul, MN $139,200

Vineland, NJ $139,200

Providence, RI $138,800

Chicago, IL $138,400

Bellingham, WA $138,200

Baltimore, MD $138,100

Springfield, MA $138,100

Chico, CA $137,700

Pittsfield, MA $137,400

Manchester, NH $137,100

Spokane, WA $136,500

Denver, CO $136,500

Albany, NY $135,900

Troy, NY $135,800

Nassau, NY $135,700

Schenectady, NY $135,600

Wilmington, DE $135,400

Burlington, VT $135,300

Salem, OR $135,200

Portland, ME $134,800

Yakima, WA $134,700

Rochester, MN $134,200

Reno, NV $134,200

Fresno, CA $134,200

Milwaukee, WI $134,100

Ann Arbor, MI $133,900

Allentown, PA $133,900

Detroit, MI $133,900

Colorado Springs, CO $133,700

Syracuse, NY $133,600

Carson City, NV $133,600

Houston, TX $133,400

Eugene, OR $133,300

Gary, IN $133,200

Springfield, OR $133,100

Bismarck, ND $133,000

Galveston, TX $132,900

Medford, OR $132,700

Fort Collins, CO $132,700

Concord, NH $132,600

Austin, TX $132,600

Mesa, AZ $132,300

Reading, PA $132,300

Phoenix, AZ $132,300

Dallas, TX $132,200

Saint Cloud, MN $132,100

Madison, WI $131,900

Utica, NY $131,600

Rochester, NY $131,400

Des Moines, IA $131,300

Raleigh, NC $131,300

Atlanta, GA $131,100

Battle Creek, MI $131,100

Salt Lake City, UT $131,000

Lancaster, PA $130,800

Harrisburg, PA $130,700

Columbus, OH $130,500

Fort Worth, TX $130,500

Kansas City, MO $130,500

Kansas City, KS $130,500

Champaign, IL $130,500

Boca Raton, FL $130,400

Pittsburgh, PA $130,400

Indianapolis, IN $130,300

Richmond, VA $130,300

Cleveland, OH $130,300

Cincinnati, OH $130,100

Las Vegas, NV $130,100

Petersburg, VA $129,900

Huntsville, AL $129,700

Lansing, MI $129,600

Lebanon, PA $129,600

Pueblo, CO $129,600

Appleton, WI $129,600

Buffalo, NY $129,500

Dayton, OH $129,500

Racine, WI $129,400

Charlotte, NC $129,400

Saint Louis, MO $129,400

York, PA $129,300

Elkhart, IN $129,300

Gastonia, NC $129,300

Lorain, OH $129,200

Benton Harbor, MI $129,200

Billings, MT $129,200

Beaumont, TX $129,200

Binghamton, NY $129,100

Rock Hill, SC $129,100

Toledo, OH $129,100

Rockford, IL $129,000

Springfield, IL $128,900

Elyria, OH $128,900

Fargo, ND $128,900

Flagstaff, AZ $128,800

Duluth, MN $128,700

Miami, FL $128,700

Fort Lauderdale, FL $128,700

Grand Forks, ND $128,600

Cheyenne, WY $128,600

Bangor, ME $128,300

Cedar Rapids, IA $128,100

Durham, NC $128,100

Louisville, KY $128,100

Hialeah, FL $128,000

Grand Rapids, MI $128,000

Casper, WY $127,800

Scranton, PA $127,700

New Orleans, LA $127,600

Virginia Beach, VA $127,600

Akron, OH $127,600

Peoria, IL $127,400

Sarasota, FL $127,400

Nashville, TN $127,300

Omaha, NE $127,300

Green Bay, WI $127,300

Charleston, SC $127,200

Baton Rouge, LA $127,200

Davenport, IA $127,100

Jamestown, NY $127,100

Tucson, AZ $127,000

Saint Petersburg, FL $126,900

Tampa, FL $126,900

Bradenton, FL $126,800

Evansville, IN $126,800

Port Arthur, TX $126,800

Santa Fe, NM $126,500

Clearwater, FL $126,300

Orlando, FL $126,300

La Crosse, WI $126,000

Canton, OH $126,000

Albuquerque, NM $125,900

Newport News, VA $125,900

High Point, NC $125,900

Ogden, UT $125,800

Corpus Christi, TX $125,700

Norfolk, VA $125,600

Laramie, WY $125,600

Salisbury, NC $125,500

Jacksonville, FL $125,500

Rock Island, IL $125,500

Saginaw, MI $125,500

Boise, ID $125,400

Moline, IL $125,400

Fort Myers, FL $125,300

Memphis, TN $125,300

Waterloo, IA $125,200

Tulsa, OK $125,200

Lincoln, NE $125,000

Spartanburg, SC $125,000

Fort Wayne, IN $124,900

Provo, UT $124,900

Cedar Falls, IA $124,800

San Antonio, TX $124,700

Greensboro, NC $124,600

South Bend, IN $124,600

Savannah, GA $124,500

Muskegon, MI $124,400

Birmingham, AL $124,400

Winston Salem, NC $124,400

Lake Charles, LA $124,000

Anderson, IN $124,000

Lexington, KY $124,000

Augusta, GA $123,900

Greenville, SC $123,900

Wichita, KS $123,800

Tuscaloosa, AL $123,800

Lima, OH $123,800

Springfield, OH $123,700

Columbia, SC $123,700

Asheville, NC $123,400

Bloomington, IN $123,300

Knoxville, TN $122,900

Shreveport, LA $122,900

Wilmington, NC $122,700

Roanoke, VA $122,700

Topeka, KS $122,400

Frankfort, KY $122,400

Melbourne, FL $122,300

Longview, TX $122,300

Chillicothe, OH $122,300

Oklahoma City, OK $122,300

Sioux Falls, SD $122,000

Mobile, AL $122,000

Terre Haute, IN $122,000

Altoona, PA $121,900

Amarillo, TX $121,800

Killeen, TX $121,800

Chattanooga, TN $121,600

Fayetteville, AR $121,600

Sioux City, IA $121,500

Idaho Falls, ID $121,500

Lynchburg, VA $121,400

Gainesville, FL $121,200

Portsmouth, OH $121,100

Little Rock, AR $121,100

Youngstown, OH $121,000

Daytona Beach, FL $121,000

Lafayette, LA $121,000

Clarksville, TN $120,900

Pensacola, FL $120,900

Temple, TX $120,900

Hopkinsville, KY $120,500

Erie, PA $120,500

Florence, SC $120,400

Charleston, WV $120,200

Great Falls, MT $120,200

Tallahassee, FL $120,000

Macon, GA $120,000

Fayetteville, NC $119,900

Waco, TX $119,900

Helena, MT $119,800

Pine Bluff, AR $119,800

Vincennes, IN $119,600

Lubbock, TX $119,500

Alamogordo, NM $119,500

Rapid City, SD $119,300

Twin Falls, ID $119,300

Jackson, MS $119,100

Huntington, WV $119,100

Greenville, MS $119,100

Parkersburg, WV $118,900

Montgomery, AL $118,900

Wichita Falls, TX $118,800

Springfield, MO $118,800

Biloxi, MS $118,700

Monroe, LA $118,600

Johnstown, PA $118,500

Sumter, SC $118,400

Columbus, GA $118,400

Pascagoula, MS $118,100

Abilene, TX $118,100

Kingsport, TN $117,800

Albany, GA $117,800

Gulfport, MS $117,800

Alexandria, LA $117,300

Fort Smith, AR $117,000

El Paso, TX $116,600

Las Cruces, NM $116,000

Harlingen, TX $115,700

Pocatello, ID $115,700

Florence, AL $115,500

Brownsville, TX $115,500

Mcallen, TX $115,200

Dothan, AL $115,000

Columbus, MS $114,200

Altus, OK $113,600

Lawton, OK $113,300

Pierre, SD $112,800

What Skills Can Increase a Microbiologist, Lead/Master's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

Analysis (Mentioned in 10.06% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
Data Entry (Mentioned in 3.42% Job Postings): Transcribing information into an electronic medium such as a computer or other electronic device.
Laboratory Equipment (Mentioned in 1.67% Job Postings): Utilizing various tools and equipment to conduct scientific researches, teach practical science, or perform laboratory experiments.

Skills	Demand Percentage
Analysis	10.06%
Data Entry	3.42%
Laboratory Equipment	1.67%

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What skills can make your compensation higher?

Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Microbiologist, Lead/Master's salary.

Team Operations: Can increase your salary by up to 36%.
Food Safety: Can increase your salary by up to 22%.
Coordination: Can increase your salary by up to 22%.

Skill	Salary	Salary % Increase
Team Operations	$182,104	36%
Food Safety	$163,358	22%
Coordination	$163,358	22%

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Microbiologist, Lead/Master Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Microbiologist, Lead/Master salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $151,018. While startup companies pay approximate $128,036.

Microbiologist, Lead/Master Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$128,036
Growth Stage	51~500	$135,334
Established	501~5000	$145,901
Enterprise	5000+	$151,018

Microbiologist, Lead/Master Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Microbiologist, Lead/Master roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Microbiologist, Lead/Master positions in MFG Nondurable or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Microbiologist, Lead/Master as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Microbiologist, Lead/Master

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$167,375	$80.0	25%
Pharmaceuticals	$160,680	$77.0	20%
Biotechnology	$149,968	$72.0	12%
Chemicals	$140,595	$68.0	5%

How Education impacts a Microbiologist, Lead/Master's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Microbiologist, Lead/Masters enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Microbiologist, Lead/Master with a Bachelor's Degree is between $111,896 and $126,270).

Microbiologist, Lead/Master Salaries by Degree Level

$129,900
$127,300
$124,800
$122,200
$119,600
$117,100
$114,500
$111,900

Typical Education for Microbiologist, Lead/Master
Degree Level	% of user with this level of education
No Diploma	1.3%
High School	1.3%
Associates	1.3%
Bachelors	16.0%
Masters	22.7%
Doctorate	58.7%

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Microbiologist, Lead/Master Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Microbiologist, Lead/Master's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

$122,100

Average $133,900/year

$142,100

$10,175

Average $11,158/month

$11,842

$2,348

Average $2,575/week

$2,733

$59

Average $64/hour

$68

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$142,100	$11,842	$2,733	$68
Average	$133,900	$11,158	$2,575	$64
25th Percentile	$122,100	$10,175	$2,348	$59

Salary Trends for Microbiologist, Lead/Master

Salaries for a Microbiologist, Lead/Master can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $135,095 in 2023 to around $123,443 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Microbiologist, Lead/Master salary trends, .

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2024	$126,864
2025	$123,443
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Most common benefits for Microbiologist, Lead/Master

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401 (k)
Disability
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Common company salaries for Microbiologist, Lead/Master

Here are companies hiring for Microbiologist, Lead/Master and their salaries, click below for more details.

C $128,509/per year

C R Bard Inc Biotechnology the United States

H $124,697/per year

Henry Schein Canada Biotechnology the United States

N $123,899/per year

Nordex Inc Biotechnology the United States

N $120,416/per year

Nipro Corp Biotechnology the United States

E $115,870/per year

Enovis Biotechnology the United States

A $114,553/per year

Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy Biotechnology the United States

M $112,110/per year

MiniMed Inc Biotechnology the United States

L $111,500/per year

Labcorp Drug Development Biotechnology the United States

L $110,229/per year

Life Technologies Corp Biotechnology the United States

Z $106,224/per year

Zimmer Biomet Biotechnology the United States

P $103,077/per year

Promontory Therapeutics Biotechnology the United States

S $102,181/per year

Steris PLC Biotechnology the United States

G $97,274/per year

Gavin Conferences Pty Ltd Biotechnology the United States

E $94,764/per year

Endeavor BioMedicines Biotechnology the United States

R $94,402/per year

Replay Holdings LLC Biotechnology the United States

P $94,235/per year

Pleno Inc Biotechnology the United States

S $93,666/per year

Simulaids Inc Biotechnology the United States

N $88,880/per year

NOIRLab/CAS Biotechnology the United States

O $86,468/per year

Onward Technology Biotechnology the United States

L $84,895/per year

LED Medical Diagnostics Inc Biotechnology the United States

E $84,682/per year

Eyeco Ltd Biotechnology the United States

P $84,523/per year

Paerosol Biotechnology the United States

I $83,525/per year

IONIQ Sciences Inc Biotechnology the United States

S $82,815/per year

Stateside PPE Biotechnology the United States

D $82,041/per year

Digi Bio Biotechnology the United States

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FAQ about Microbiologist, Lead/Master

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Microbiologist, Lead/Master?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Microbiologist, Lead/Master roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

2. Is it worth getting a master's in microbiology?

Pursuing a master's in microbiology can be worthwhile, as it opens doors to diverse career paths such as biomedical scientist, microbiologist, or researcher. With salaries ranging from $96,000 to $144,700, the investment in education can lead to significant financial rewards and professional growth in the field.

3. What is a good salary after Masters in USA?

A good salary for a microbiologist with a master's degree in the USA typically ranges from $96,000 to $144,700 annually, with a median salary around $124,600. This reflects the higher earning potential associated with advanced degrees, surpassing the average earnings for those with only a bachelor's degree.

4. Which PhD pays the most in USA?

Among the highest-paying doctoral degrees in the USA, a PhD in Microbiology stands out, particularly for roles like Lead/Master Microbiologist. Salaries in this field range from a minimum of $96,000 to a mid-level of $124,600, with top earners making up to $144,700. This makes it a lucrative option for those pursuing advanced studies in microbiology.

5. What is the salary of a PHD in microbiology in the US?

Graduates with a PhD in microbiology can expect a salary range of $96,000 to $144,700, with a mid-salary of $124,600. Career opportunities include research and teaching, reflecting the demand for expertise in this field.

6. Which field in microbiology has highest salary?

The highest paying career in Microbiology is that of a Lead/Master Microbiologist, with salaries ranging from $96,000 to $144,700 annually. The average salary for this role is approximately $124,600, making it one of the most lucrative positions in the field.

7. How much does a Masters in Microbiology earn in USA?

A Master’s in Microbiology in the USA can expect to earn between $96,000 and $144,700 annually. The average salary is around $124,600, with top earners making up to $144,700. This reflects a competitive salary range for professionals in this field, highlighting the value of advanced education and expertise in microbiology.

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