How much does a Research Microbiologist make in Macon, GA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Research Microbiologist in Macon, GA is $72,572. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $64,087 to $84,913, with most professionals earning between $56,362 and $96,150.

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Average Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for Research Microbiologist in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Research Microbiologist in Macon, GA. The base salary for Research Microbiologist ranges from $64,087 to $84,913 with the average base salary of $72,572. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $64,369 to $86,259 with the average total cash compensation of $73,712.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $72,572 $64,087 - $84,913
Bonus $1,140 $282 - $1,345
Total Pay $73,712 $64,369 - $86,259
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Macon, GA
CITY, STATE Columbus, GA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $63,243 - $83,795 COMPARE TO Macon, GA
CITY, STATE Athens, GA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,545 - $92,145 COMPARE TO Macon, GA
CITY, STATE Atlanta, GA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $70,046 - $92,809 COMPARE TO Macon, GA
CITY, STATE Roswell, GA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,781 - $92,458 COMPARE TO Macon, GA
CITY, STATE Albany, GA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $63,615 - $84,288 COMPARE TO Macon, GA
CITY, STATE Marietta, GA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,846 - $92,543 COMPARE TO Macon, GA
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Microbiologist LOCATION Macon, GA MINIMUM SALARY $64,087 MAXIMUM SALARY $84,913
JOB TITLE Microbiologist II LOCATION Macon, GA MINIMUM SALARY $52,468 MAXIMUM SALARY $67,195
JOB TITLE Microbiologist III LOCATION Macon, GA MINIMUM SALARY $61,894 MAXIMUM SALARY $76,991
JOB TITLE Microbiologist IV LOCATION Macon, GA MINIMUM SALARY $70,452 MAXIMUM SALARY $85,901
JOB TITLE Microbiologist V LOCATION Macon, GA MINIMUM SALARY $103,418 MAXIMUM SALARY $122,426
JOB TITLE Microbiologist I LOCATION Macon, GA MINIMUM SALARY $42,002 MAXIMUM SALARY $53,422
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About Macon, Georgia    Macon (/ˈmeɪkən/), officially Macon–Bibb County, is a consolidated city-county located in the state of Georgia, United States. Macon lies near the geo....More

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