How much does a Qc Microbiologist make in Chicago, IL?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Qc Microbiologist in Chicago, IL is $59,077. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $46,528 to a high of $74,718, with most professionals earning between $52,508 and $67,264.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Qc Microbiologist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Qc Microbiologist Salary $46,528 Chicago,IL March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Qc Microbiologist Salary $52,508 Chicago,IL March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Qc Microbiologist Salary $59,077 Chicago,IL March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Qc Microbiologist Salary $67,264 Chicago,IL March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Qc Microbiologist Salary $74,718 Chicago,IL March 01, 2025
25% $52,508 10% $46,528 90% $74,718 75% $67,264 $59,077 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    Qc Microbiologist

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Microbiologist II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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67264
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52524
68717
59206
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