Microbiologists Salary in Nevada
Microbiologists in Nevada earn a median of $64,490 a year, −27% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $64,490
- vs. U.S. median
- −27% ($87,990)
- Rank among states
- 40 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range in Nevada
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $51,990; the top 10% earn over $125,860. Nationally the range is $54,670 to $150,000.
States ranked near Nevada
Similar jobs in Nevada
- Molecular and Cellular Biologists$74,210 median in Nevada (broader BLS group)
- Soil and Plant Scientists$71,450 median in Nevada
- Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$98,560 median in Nevada
- Geneticists$74,210 median in Nevada (broader BLS group)
- Food Scientists and Technologists$80,580 median in Nevada
- Biologists$74,210 median in Nevada (broader BLS group)
Microbiologists pay in Nevada
How much do microbiologists make in Nevada?
The median is $64,490 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $51,990 and the top 10% earn over $125,860. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Nevada a good state for microbiologists?
On pay alone it ranks 40 of 42 (−27% vs. the national median of $87,990). Living costs are not included.