What are the main factors that influence a Microbiologist's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Microbiologist?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Microbiologist roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Microbiologist's salary?

A Microbiologist's salary grows with experience: a Microbiologist I (0-2 years)earns $58,880, a Microbiologist II (2-4 years)earns $73,000, a Microbiologist (4-7 years)earns $83,289, a Microbiologist IV (7+ years)earns $93,729, a Microbiologist V (7-10 years)earns $134,185,

What are the highest paying states for a Microbiologist?

Microbiologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Microbiologist roles are District of Columbia $91,802, California $91,454, Massachusetts $90,235. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Microbiologist roles make?

Salaries for Microbiologist level roles vary by specialization: Microbiologist V: $133,868; Microbiologist, Specialist: $93,600; Microbiologist IV: $93,507; Microbiologist, Senior: $83,100; Microbiologist III: $83,092.

Microbiologist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Microbiologist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Microbiologist in Delaware is $83,967 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,577
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,113 to $93,185
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,963

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Microbiologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,185	$7,765	$1,792	$45
Average	$83,967	$6,997	$1,615	$40
25th Percentile	$76,113	$6,343	$1,464	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Microbiologist Salaries

A Microbiologist'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Microbiologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Microbiologist'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-Level (less than 1 year): $58,880
Early Career (1-2 years): $73,000
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $83,289
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $93,729
Expert (over 8 years): $134,185

Levels	Salary
Microbiol... Level Microbiologist	$58,880
Microbiol... Level Microbiologist	$73,000
Microbiol... Level Microbiologist	$83,289
Microbiol... Level Microbiologist	$93,729
Microbiol... Level Microbiologist	$134,185

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How Do Microbiologist 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 Microbiologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $91,802.
California: $91,454.
Massachusetts: $90,235.

District of Columbia $91,802 California $91,454 Massachusetts $90,235 Washington $89,903 New Jersey $89,870 Alaska $89,754 Connecticut $88,610 New York $88,146

Hawaii $86,662 Rhode Island $85,965 Maryland $85,492 Minnesota $84,846 Colorado $84,597 Illinois $84,514 Oregon $84,199 Delaware $83,967

New Hampshire $83,821 Virginia $83,494 Pennsylvania $82,541 Nevada $82,060 North Dakota $81,902 Michigan $81,654 Wisconsin $81,562 Vermont $81,380

Texas $80,874 Maine $80,841 Arizona $80,791 Ohio $80,733 Georgia $79,970 Indiana $79,589 Wyoming $79,514 Utah $79,398

Iowa $79,349 Kansas $78,951 Louisiana $78,834 North Carolina $78,793 Missouri $78,776 Florida $78,453 Montana $78,279 Nebraska $78,113

Kentucky $78,022 South Carolina $77,690 Tennessee $77,483 Idaho $77,400 New Mexico $76,795 Oklahoma $76,662 Alabama $76,173 South Dakota $75,352

Arkansas $74,904 West Virginia $74,664 Mississippi $73,943

Top Paying Cities for Microbiologists

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:

Lincoln: $83,589
Little Creek: $84,201
Magnolia: $84,080

Lincoln, DE $83,589 Little Creek, DE $84,201 Magnolia, DE $84,080 Milford, DE $83,801 Marydel, DE $83,939 Millsboro, DE $83,238 Millville, DE $83,367 Milton, DE $83,511

Nassau, DE $83,571 Ocean View, DE $83,352 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,512 Seaford, DE $83,560 Selbyville, DE $83,214 Smyrna, DE $84,259 Viola, DE $83,871 Woodside, DE $84,096

Bear, DE $83,902 Newark, DE $83,871 Claymont, DE $84,042 Delaware City, DE $83,954 Hockessin, DE $83,863 Kirkwood, DE $83,939 Middletown, DE $83,971 Montchanin, DE $83,882

New Castle, DE $83,895 Odessa, DE $84,012 Port Penn, DE $84,069 Rockland, DE $83,891 Saint Georges, DE $83,944 Townsend, DE $84,074 Winterthur, DE $83,900 Lewes, DE $83,543

Wilmington, DE $83,867 Dover, DE $84,201 Dover Afb, DE $83,757 Bethany Beach, DE $83,265 Bethel, DE $83,351 Bridgeville, DE $83,547 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,963 Cheswold, DE $84,173

Clayton, DE $84,176 Dagsboro, DE $83,206 Delmar, DE $83,073 Ellendale, DE $83,325 Felton, DE $83,794 Fenwick Island, DE $83,225 Frankford, DE $83,080 Frederica, DE $83,877

Georgetown, DE $83,175 Greenwood, DE $83,561 Harbeson, DE $83,264 Harrington, DE $83,688 Hartly, DE $83,949 Houston, DE $83,569 Kenton, DE $84,180 Laurel, DE $83,125

Yorklyn, DE $83,888

Microbiologist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Microbiologist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Microbiologist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Microbiologist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Microbiologist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$100,760	$48.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$96,562	$46.0	15%
Healthcare	$92,363	$44.0	10%
Chemicals	$88,165	$42.0	5%

Microbiologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Microbiologist'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.

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$76,113

Average $83,967/year

$93,185

$6,343

Average $6,997/month

$7,765

$1,464

Average $1,615/week

$1,792

$37

Average $40/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,185	$7,765	$1,792	$45
Average	$83,967	$6,997	$1,615	$40
25th Percentile	$76,113	$6,343	$1,464	$37

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