How much does a microbiologist make in Alaska?
$76,320a year
Median yearly pay for microbiologists in Alaska. That is $36.69 an hour or $6,360 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.69
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among states
- 25 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 30
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,060Median: $76,320Highest 10%: $93,920
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,060 | $29.84 | |
| 25th | $64,400 | $30.96 | |
| Median | $76,320 | $36.69 | |
| 75th | $87,330 | $41.99 | |
| 90th | $93,920 | $45.15 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for microbiologists.
| 22. Virginia | $77,820 |
| 23. Washington | $77,690 |
| 24. Tennessee | $77,630 |
| 25. Alaska | $76,320 |
| 26. Utah | $72,600 |
| 27. Ohio | $72,500 |
| 28. Nebraska | $72,470 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a microbiologist make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $36.69 ($76,320 a year).
Do microbiologists make more in Alaska than the national average?
No: $76,320 against $87,990 nationally, 13% less.
Where does Alaska rank for microbiologist pay?
Alaska ranks 25 of 42 states.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.