Microbiologists Salary in Ohio
Microbiologists in Ohio earn a median of $72,500 a year, −18% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $72,500
- vs. U.S. median
- −18% ($87,990)
- Rank among states
- 27 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 530
Pay range in Ohio
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,420; the top 10% earn over $129,590. Nationally the range is $54,670 to $150,000.
States ranked near Ohio
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- Molecular and Cellular Biologists$95,560 median in Ohio (broader BLS group)
- Soil and Plant Scientists$56,820 median in Ohio
- Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$83,910 median in Ohio
- Geneticists$95,560 median in Ohio (broader BLS group)
- Food Scientists and Technologists$76,780 median in Ohio
- Biologists$95,560 median in Ohio (broader BLS group)
Microbiologists pay in Ohio
How much do microbiologists make in Ohio?
The median is $72,500 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,420 and the top 10% earn over $129,590. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Ohio a good state for microbiologists?
On pay alone it ranks 27 of 42 (−18% vs. the national median of $87,990). Living costs are not included.