Microbiologists Salary in Bozeman, MT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Bozeman, MT

Median annual salary $61,110 -30% vs national
Median hourly $29.38
10th percentile $52,150
90th percentile $95,990
Employed locally 40
National median $87,330

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,150
    25th
    $52,150
    50th (median)
    $61,110
    75th
    $63,110
    90th
    $95,990

    Bozeman economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.30% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $87,454 2023 • Census ACS
    Microbiologists salary vs area income 70% Median Microbiologists salary is 30% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Microbiologists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $129,830
    Worcester, MA $127,120
    Massachusetts $126,260
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $126,140
    Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH $124,580
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $123,590

    Related occupations in Bozeman, MT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $59,360
    Soil and Plant Scientists $62,340
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $44,990
    Chemists $53,710
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $81,430
    Biological Technicians $47,420

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Microbiologists make per hour in Bozeman?

    The median hourly wage for Microbiologists in Bozeman, MT is $29.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.44 or more per hour.

    Is Bozeman above or below average for Microbiologists salaries?

    The median Microbiologists salary in Bozeman, MT is 30% below the national median of $87,330. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Microbiologists in Bozeman?

    Entry-level Microbiologists (10th percentile) earn around $52,150 per year in Bozeman, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,150.