Microbiologists Salary in Illinois
Microbiologists in Illinois earn a median of $92,050 a year, +5% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $92,050
- vs. U.S. median
- +5% ($87,990)
- Rank among states
- 6 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 1,470
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $59,780; the top 10% earn over $127,300. Nationally the range is $54,670 to $150,000.
States ranked near Illinois
Similar jobs in Illinois
- Molecular and Cellular Biologists$82,640 median in Illinois (broader BLS group)
- Soil and Plant Scientists$79,490 median in Illinois
- Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$82,330 median in Illinois
- Geneticists$82,640 median in Illinois (broader BLS group)
- Animal Scientists$47,930 median in Illinois
- Food Scientists and Technologists$94,340 median in Illinois
Microbiologists pay in Illinois
How much do microbiologists make in Illinois?
The median is $92,050 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $59,780 and the top 10% earn over $127,300. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for microbiologists?
On pay alone it ranks 6 of 42 (+5% vs. the national median of $87,990). Living costs are not included.