Microbiologists Salary in Eastern Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $81,420 -6.8% vs national
Median hourly $39.14
10th percentile $50,600
90th percentile $106,520
Employed locally 40
National median $87,330

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,600
    25th
    $61,340
    50th (median)
    $81,420
    75th
    $81,420
    90th
    $106,520

    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 Eastern Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $54,310
    Biological Technicians $49,520
    Agricultural Technicians $46,710
    Soil and Plant Scientists $72,940
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $80,100
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $76,730

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Microbiologists make per hour in Eastern Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Microbiologists in Eastern Washington is $39.14, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.38 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Washington above or below average for Microbiologists salaries?

    The median Microbiologists salary in Eastern Washington is 6.8% 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 Eastern Washington?

    Entry-level Microbiologists (10th percentile) earn around $50,600 per year in Eastern Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,340.