What are the main factors that influence an Entry Level 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 Entry Level Microbiologist?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Entry Level Microbiologist roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change An Entry Level Microbiologist's salary?

An Entry Level Microbiologist's salary grows with experience: a Entry Level Microbiologist (0-2 years)earns $59,428, a Microbiologist II (2-4 years)earns $73,678, a Microbiologist III (4-7 years)earns $84,063, a Microbiologist IV (7+ years)earns $94,600, a Microbiologist V (7-10 years)earns $135,433,

What are the highest paying states for an Entry Level Microbiologist?

Entry Level Microbiologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Entry Level Microbiologist roles are District of Columbia $64,435, California $64,191, Massachusetts $63,335. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Entry Level Microbiologist roles make?

Salaries for Entry Level Microbiologist level roles vary by specialization: Entry Level Actuary: $80,901; Entry Level Auditor: $67,701; Entry Level LPN: $65,827; Entry Level Animator: $63,503; Entry Level Copywriter: $63,501.

Entry Level Microbiologist Salary in Delaware

How much does an Entry Level Microbiologist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Level Microbiologist in Delaware is $58,936 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $68,740
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,855 to $64,067
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,408

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Entry Level Microbiologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,067	$5,339	$1,232	$31
Average	$58,936	$4,911	$1,133	$28
25th Percentile	$51,855	$4,321	$997	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Entry Level Microbiologist Salaries

An Entry Level 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 Entry Level Microbiologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Entry Level 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): $59,428
Early Career (1-2 years): $73,678
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $84,063
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $94,600
Expert (over 8 years): $135,433

Levels	Salary
Entry Lev... Level Entry Level Microbiologist	$59,428
Microbiol... Level Entry Level Microbiologist	$73,678
Microbiol... Level Entry Level Microbiologist	$84,063
Microbiol... Level Entry Level Microbiologist	$94,600
Microbiol... Level Entry Level Microbiologist	$135,433

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

District of Columbia: $64,435.
California: $64,191.
Massachusetts: $63,335.

District of Columbia $64,435 California $64,191 Massachusetts $63,335 Washington $63,103 New Jersey $63,079 Alaska $62,998 Connecticut $62,195 New York $61,869

Hawaii $60,827 Rhode Island $60,338 Maryland $60,007 Minnesota $59,553 Colorado $59,378 Illinois $59,320 Oregon $59,099 Delaware $58,936

New Hampshire $58,833 Virginia $58,604 Pennsylvania $57,935 Nevada $57,597 North Dakota $57,487 Michigan $57,312 Wisconsin $57,248 Vermont $57,120

Texas $56,765 Maine $56,742 Arizona $56,707 Ohio $56,666 Georgia $56,131 Indiana $55,863 Wyoming $55,811 Utah $55,729

Iowa $55,694 Kansas $55,415 Louisiana $55,333 North Carolina $55,304 Missouri $55,293 Florida $55,066 Montana $54,944 Nebraska $54,827

Kentucky $54,763 South Carolina $54,530 Tennessee $54,385 Idaho $54,327 New Mexico $53,902 Oklahoma $53,809 Alabama $53,465 South Dakota $52,889

Arkansas $52,575 West Virginia $52,406 Mississippi $51,900

Top Paying Cities for Entry Level 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: $58,670
Little Creek: $59,100
Magnolia: $59,015

Lincoln, DE $58,670 Little Creek, DE $59,100 Magnolia, DE $59,015 Milford, DE $58,819 Marydel, DE $58,916 Millsboro, DE $58,424 Millville, DE $58,514 Milton, DE $58,616

Nassau, DE $58,658 Ocean View, DE $58,505 Rehoboth Beach, DE $58,617 Seaford, DE $58,650 Selbyville, DE $58,407 Smyrna, DE $59,141 Viola, DE $58,868 Woodside, DE $59,027

Bear, DE $58,890 Newark, DE $58,868 Claymont, DE $58,989 Delaware City, DE $58,927 Hockessin, DE $58,863 Kirkwood, DE $58,916 Middletown, DE $58,939 Montchanin, DE $58,876

New Castle, DE $58,885 Odessa, DE $58,968 Port Penn, DE $59,007 Rockland, DE $58,882 Saint Georges, DE $58,920 Townsend, DE $59,011 Winterthur, DE $58,889 Lewes, DE $58,638

Wilmington, DE $58,866 Dover, DE $59,100 Dover Afb, DE $58,789 Bethany Beach, DE $58,443 Bethel, DE $58,503 Bridgeville, DE $58,641 Camden Wyoming, DE $58,933 Cheswold, DE $59,081

Clayton, DE $59,082 Dagsboro, DE $58,402 Delmar, DE $58,308 Ellendale, DE $58,485 Felton, DE $58,815 Fenwick Island, DE $58,415 Frankford, DE $58,313 Frederica, DE $58,873

Georgetown, DE $58,380 Greenwood, DE $58,651 Harbeson, DE $58,442 Harrington, DE $58,740 Hartly, DE $58,923 Houston, DE $58,656 Kenton, DE $59,085 Laurel, DE $58,345

Yorklyn, DE $58,881

Entry Level Microbiologist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Entry Level Microbiologist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Entry Level Microbiologist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Entry Level Microbiologist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Entry Level Microbiologist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$76,617	$37.0	30%
Biotechnology	$70,723	$34.0	20%
MFG Durable	$67,776	$33.0	15%
Energy & Utilities	$64,829	$31.0	10%
Chemicals	$61,883	$30.0	5%

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

Understanding how an Entry Level 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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$51,855

Average $58,936/year

$64,067

$4,321

Average $4,911/month

$5,339

$997

Average $1,133/week

$1,232

$25

Average $28/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,067	$5,339	$1,232	$31
Average	$58,936	$4,911	$1,133	$28
25th Percentile	$51,855	$4,321	$997	$25

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