Microbiologists pay in Boston-Cambridge-Newton
In Boston-Cambridge-Newton (MA), the median pay for microbiologists is $58.82 an hour ($122,350 a year). About 1,810 people work in this job there.
That is 39% higher than the U.S. median ($87,990). It is about the same as the Massachusetts median ($122,350).
Pay range for microbiologists in Boston-Cambridge-Newton (MA)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $36.53 | $75,990 |
| 25% of workers | $48.17 | $100,190 |
| Half of workers (median) | $58.82 | $122,350 |
| 75% of workers | $68.38 | $142,220 |
| 90% of workers | $78.75 | $163,790 |
Microbiologists pay in Massachusetts metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton (this page) | $122,350 | 1,810 |
| Worcester | $115,660 | 90 |
Massachusetts unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for microbiologists
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +6.2% over ten years, faster than average · about 1,500 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Boston-Cambridge-Newton (MA)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $129,500 |
| Biochemists and Biophysicists | $131,550 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $110,410 |
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