Microbiologists Salary in Oregon
Microbiologists in Oregon earn a median of $89,220 a year, +1% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $89,220
- vs. U.S. median
- +1% ($87,990)
- Rank among states
- 7 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 170
Pay range in Oregon
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $65,600; the top 10% earn over $141,130. Nationally the range is $54,670 to $150,000.
States ranked near Oregon
Similar jobs in Oregon
- Molecular and Cellular Biologists$86,260 median in Oregon (broader BLS group)
- Soil and Plant Scientists$85,150 median in Oregon
- Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$111,030 median in Oregon
- Geneticists$86,260 median in Oregon (broader BLS group)
- Food Scientists and Technologists$81,660 median in Oregon
- Biologists$86,260 median in Oregon (broader BLS group)
Microbiologists pay in Oregon
How much do microbiologists make in Oregon?
The median is $89,220 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $65,600 and the top 10% earn over $141,130. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Oregon a good state for microbiologists?
On pay alone it ranks 7 of 42 (+1% vs. the national median of $87,990). Living costs are not included.