Microbiologists Salary in Vallejo, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Vallejo, CA

Median annual salary $115,980 +32.8% vs national
Median hourly $55.76
10th percentile $63,020
90th percentile $197,490
Employed locally 30
National median $87,330

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $63,020
    25th
    $78,720
    50th (median)
    $115,980
    75th
    $182,110
    90th
    $197,490

    Vallejo economic context

    Unemployment rate 5.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $99,994 2023 • Census ACS
    Microbiologists salary vs area income 116% Median Microbiologists salary is 16% above 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

    Nearby metros — Microbiologists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $129,830
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $126,140
    Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH $124,580
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $123,590
    Modesto, CA $113,870
    California $107,380

    Related occupations in Vallejo, CA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $143,370
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $100,000
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $80,710
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $158,810
    Chemical Technicians $58,320
    Urban and Regional Planners $122,550

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Microbiologists make per hour in Vallejo?

    The median hourly wage for Microbiologists in Vallejo, CA is $55.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $94.95 or more per hour.

    Is Vallejo above or below average for Microbiologists salaries?

    The median Microbiologists salary in Vallejo, CA is 32.8% above 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 Vallejo?

    Entry-level Microbiologists (10th percentile) earn around $63,020 per year in Vallejo, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $78,720.