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Salary · Massachusetts · BLS OEWS May 2024

Microbiologists Salary in Massachusetts

In Massachusetts, microbiologists earn a median of $126,260 per year.

Median (Massachusetts)
$126,260
Bottom 10%
$78,640
Top 10%
$168,140
Employed in Massachusetts
2,110

How Massachusetts compares

Refit analysis ·In Massachusetts, microbiologists earn a median of $126,260 — 45% above the national median of $87,330. Locally the range runs $78,640 to $168,140. About 2,110 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·Massachusetts ranks #1 of 43 states for microbiologists pay — roughly the 100th percentile among states. That is the highest median of any state with released data. State employment of about 2,110 also shapes how competitive local openings are.

National benchmark

US median
$87,330
US bottom 10%
$51,220
US top 10%
$150,650

Skills that move pay in this role

  • Science
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Writing
  • Critical Thinking
  • Active Listening
  • Speaking
  • Active Learning
  • Learning Strategies

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