Microbiologists Salary in Arizona
Microbiologists in Arizona earn a median of $69,880 a year, −21% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $69,880
- vs. U.S. median
- −21% ($87,990)
- Rank among states
- 32 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range in Arizona
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $52,530; the top 10% earn over $93,310. Nationally the range is $54,670 to $150,000.
States ranked near Arizona
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- Molecular and Cellular Biologists$90,290 median in Arizona (broader BLS group)
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- Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$116,820 median in Arizona
- Geneticists$90,290 median in Arizona (broader BLS group)
- Food Scientists and Technologists$90,450 median in Arizona
- Biologists$90,290 median in Arizona (broader BLS group)
Microbiologists pay in Arizona
How much do microbiologists make in Arizona?
The median is $69,880 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $52,530 and the top 10% earn over $93,310. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Arizona a good state for microbiologists?
On pay alone it ranks 32 of 42 (−21% vs. the national median of $87,990). Living costs are not included.