Microbiology Lab Assistant Salary in the United States

Microbiology Lab Assistant Salary

How much does a Microbiology Lab Assistant make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Microbiology Lab Assistant in the United States is $55,345. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $48,784 to $60,545, with most professionals earning between $42,810 and $65,279.

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10th Percentile Microbiology Lab Assistant Salary $42,810 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Microbiology Lab Assistant Salary $48,784 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Microbiology Lab Assistant Salary $55,345 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Microbiology Lab Assistant Salary $60,545 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Microbiology Lab Assistant Salary $65,279 US April 01, 2025
25% $48,784 10% $42,810 90% $65,279 75% $60,545 $55,345 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Laboratory Assistant I

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Microbiology Lab Assistant

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Laboratory Assistant III

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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