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

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

How does experience change A Pharmaceutical Microbiologist's salary?

A Pharmaceutical Microbiologist's salary grows with experience: a Pharmaceutical Microbiologist (0-2 years)earns $60,292, a Biologist II (2-4 years)earns $69,657, a Biologist III (4-7 years)earns $86,961, a Biologist IV (7+ years)earns $125,929, a Biologist V (7-10 years)earns $142,796,

What are the highest paying states for a Pharmaceutical Microbiologist?

Pharmaceutical Microbiologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pharmaceutical Microbiologist roles are District of Columbia $66,362, California $66,110, Massachusetts $65,229. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pharmaceutical Microbiologist roles make?

Salaries for Pharmaceutical Microbiologist level roles vary by specialization: Microbiologist V: $133,876; Microbiologist, Specialist: $93,600; Microbiologist IV: $93,530; Microbiologist, Senior: $83,100; Microbiologist III: $83,096.

Pharmaceutical Microbiologist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Pharmaceutical Microbiologist make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pharmaceutical Microbiologist in Delaware is $60,698 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,241
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,206 to $66,217
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,295

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Pharmaceutical Microbiologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,217	$5,518	$1,273	$32
Average	$60,698	$5,058	$1,167	$29
25th Percentile	$54,206	$4,517	$1,042	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Pharmaceutical Microbiologist Salaries

A Pharmaceutical 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 Pharmaceutical Microbiologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Pharmaceutical 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): $60,292
Early Career (1-2 years): $69,657
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $86,961
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $125,929
Expert (over 8 years): $142,796

Levels	Salary
Pharmaceu... Level Pharmaceutical Microbiologist	$60,292
Biologist... Level Pharmaceutical Microbiologist	$69,657
Biologist... Level Pharmaceutical Microbiologist	$86,961
Biologist... Level Pharmaceutical Microbiologist	$125,929
Biologist... Level Pharmaceutical Microbiologist	$142,796

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

District of Columbia: $66,362.
California: $66,110.
Massachusetts: $65,229.

District of Columbia $66,362 California $66,110 Massachusetts $65,229 Washington $64,989 New Jersey $64,965 Alaska $64,882 Connecticut $64,054 New York $63,719

Hawaii $62,646 Rhode Island $62,142 Maryland $61,801 Minnesota $61,333 Colorado $61,154 Illinois $61,094 Oregon $60,866 Delaware $60,698

New Hampshire $60,593 Virginia $60,356 Pennsylvania $59,667 Nevada $59,319 North Dakota $59,206 Michigan $59,026 Wisconsin $58,960 Vermont $58,828

Texas $58,462 Maine $58,438 Arizona $58,402 Ohio $58,360 Georgia $57,809 Indiana $57,533 Wyoming $57,479 Utah $57,395

Iowa $57,360 Kansas $57,072 Louisiana $56,988 North Carolina $56,958 Missouri $56,946 Florida $56,712 Montana $56,586 Nebraska $56,466

Kentucky $56,401 South Carolina $56,161 Tennessee $56,011 Idaho $55,951 New Mexico $55,513 Oklahoma $55,418 Alabama $55,064 South Dakota $54,471

Arkansas $54,147 West Virginia $53,973 Mississippi $53,452

Top Paying Cities for Pharmaceutical 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: $60,425
Little Creek: $60,867
Magnolia: $60,780

Lincoln, DE $60,425 Little Creek, DE $60,867 Magnolia, DE $60,780 Milford, DE $60,578 Marydel, DE $60,678 Millsboro, DE $60,171 Millville, DE $60,264 Milton, DE $60,368

Nassau, DE $60,412 Ocean View, DE $60,254 Rehoboth Beach, DE $60,370 Seaford, DE $60,404 Selbyville, DE $60,154 Smyrna, DE $60,909 Viola, DE $60,628 Woodside, DE $60,791

Bear, DE $60,651 Newark, DE $60,628 Claymont, DE $60,753 Delaware City, DE $60,689 Hockessin, DE $60,623 Kirkwood, DE $60,678 Middletown, DE $60,701 Montchanin, DE $60,637

New Castle, DE $60,646 Odessa, DE $60,731 Port Penn, DE $60,772 Rockland, DE $60,643 Saint Georges, DE $60,682 Townsend, DE $60,775 Winterthur, DE $60,650 Lewes, DE $60,392

Wilmington, DE $60,626 Dover, DE $60,867 Dover Afb, DE $60,546 Bethany Beach, DE $60,190 Bethel, DE $60,253 Bridgeville, DE $60,395 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,696 Cheswold, DE $60,847

Clayton, DE $60,849 Dagsboro, DE $60,148 Delmar, DE $60,052 Ellendale, DE $60,234 Felton, DE $60,573 Fenwick Island, DE $60,162 Frankford, DE $60,057 Frederica, DE $60,633

Georgetown, DE $60,126 Greenwood, DE $60,404 Harbeson, DE $60,190 Harrington, DE $60,497 Hartly, DE $60,685 Houston, DE $60,410 Kenton, DE $60,852 Laurel, DE $60,090

Yorklyn, DE $60,641

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

Understanding how a Pharmaceutical 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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$54,206

Average $60,698/year

$66,217

$4,517

Average $5,058/month

$5,518

$1,042

Average $1,167/week

$1,273

$26

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,217	$5,518	$1,273	$32
Average	$60,698	$5,058	$1,167	$29
25th Percentile	$54,206	$4,517	$1,042	$26

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