Microbiologists Salary in Milwaukee, WI

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI

Median annual salary $60,530 -30.7% vs national
Median hourly $29.10
10th percentile $48,770
90th percentile $87,220
Employed locally 140
National median $87,330

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,770
    25th
    $50,200
    50th (median)
    $60,530
    75th
    $76,150
    90th
    $87,220

    Milwaukee economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $76,404 2023 • Census ACS
    Microbiologists salary vs area income 79% Median Microbiologists salary is 21% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Microbiologists make per hour in Milwaukee?

    The median hourly wage for Microbiologists in Milwaukee, WI is $29.10, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.78 or more per hour.

    Is Milwaukee above or below average for Microbiologists salaries?

    The median Microbiologists salary in Milwaukee, WI is 30.7% 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 Milwaukee?

    Entry-level Microbiologists (10th percentile) earn around $48,770 per year in Milwaukee, WI. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,200.