Know your market value with insights across roles — from individual contributors to executive pay and overall company compensation trends.
Access a suite of powerful calculators to make data-driven career decisions.
Automate pay cycles, manage job architectures, and ensure pay equity with AI-powered compensation platforms.
Access validated salary benchmarks, labor market trends, and minimum wage data to stay competitive.
Participate in and purchase industry-specific salary surveys to obtain the most accurate, peer-reported pay data.
As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Microbiology Manager in California is $105,324 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.
However, a Microbiology Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
Compensation Planning
Develop a Job Description
Pay Equity
2026 Compensation Trend
Smart Recruiting
AI Onboarding
Microbiology Manager Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $115,182 | $9,598 | $2,215 | $55 |
| Average | $105,324 | $8,777 | $2,025 | $51 |
| 25th Percentile | $94,315 | $7,860 | $1,814 | $45 |
Michelson Laboratories, Inc. - Los Angeles, CA
Michelson Laboratories, Inc - Commerce, CA
Pyramid Pharma Services, Inc. - Costa Mesa, CA
System One - Fresno, CA
A Microbiology Manager'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Microbiology Manager'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Microbiol... Level Microbiology Manager | $65,717 |
| Microbiol... Level Microbiology Manager | $81,486 |
| Microbiol... Level Microbiology Manager | $92,959 |
| Microbiol... Level Microbiology Manager | $104,600 |
| Microbiol... Level Microbiology Manager | $149,763 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Microbiology Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Microbiology Manager 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 Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Microbiology Manager positions in Pharmaceuticals or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Microbiology Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy & Utilities | $136,922 | $66.0 | 30% |
| Biotechnology | $126,389 | $61.0 | 20% |
| Chemicals | $115,857 | $56.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Microbiology Manager'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $115,182 | $9,598 | $2,215 | $55 |
| Average | $105,324 | $8,777 | $2,025 | $51 |
| 25th Percentile | $94,315 | $7,860 | $1,814 | $45 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Microbiology Manager job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
BioPhase Solutions
Los Angeles, CA
BioPhase Solutions | Los Angeles, CA
Job Description. Job Description. BioPhase Solutions. specializes in recruiting top talented professionals for Southern California's Scientific community. ... more
4 Days Ago
Certified Group
Burbank, CA
Certified Group | Burbank, CA
Job Description. Job Description. Certified Group is committed to partnering with customers to deliver innovative scientific solutions and expertise –. So ... more
5 Days Ago
K.A. Recruiting
South Lake Tahoe, CA
K.A. Recruiting | South Lake Tahoe, CA
Microbiology Supervisor Or Microbiology Specialist Opening. New Microbiology Supervisor OR Microbiology Specialist Opening at a top health system. This hos... more
2 Days Ago
Certified Group
Turlock, CA
Certified Group | Turlock, CA
Job Description. Job Description. Certified Group is committed to partnering with customers to deliver innovative scientific solutions and expertise –. So ... more
1 Day Ago
Argonaut Manufacturing Services
Carlsbad, CA
Argonaut Manufacturing Services | Carlsbad, CA
Job Description. Job Description. Corporate OverviewArgonaut Manufacturing Services Inc. is a contract manufacturing organization (CMO) headquartered in Ca... more
1 Day Ago
Trinity Health
Fresno, CA
Trinity Health | Fresno, CA
Job Title. This position is responsible for supervising the activities of the Clinical Laboratory Scientists, Medical Laboratory Technicians, and laborator... more
1 Day Ago
Get a Salary Increase
Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.
Search Job Openings
Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.
Adjust Employee Salary
Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.
Price My Industry Jobs
Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.
Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.
Explore Cost of Living CalculatorSalary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.
Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.
Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.
Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:
