Microbiologists Salary in Massachusetts
Microbiologists in Massachusetts earn a median of $122,350 a year, +39% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $122,350
- vs. U.S. median
- +39% ($87,990)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 1,960
Pay range in Massachusetts
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $75,990; the top 10% earn over $162,760. Nationally the range is $54,670 to $150,000.
States ranked near Massachusetts
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- Molecular and Cellular Biologists$107,100 median in Massachusetts (broader BLS group)
- Soil and Plant Scientists$69,880 median in Massachusetts
- Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$128,210 median in Massachusetts
- Geneticists$107,100 median in Massachusetts (broader BLS group)
- Food Scientists and Technologists$103,580 median in Massachusetts
- Biologists$107,100 median in Massachusetts (broader BLS group)
Microbiologists pay in Massachusetts
How much do microbiologists make in Massachusetts?
The median is $122,350 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $75,990 and the top 10% earn over $162,760. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Massachusetts a good state for microbiologists?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 42 (+39% vs. the national median of $87,990). Living costs are not included.