How much does a microbiologist make in Arkansas?
$59,750a year
Median yearly pay for microbiologists in Arkansas. That is $28.73 an hour or $4,979 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.73
- Vs. national median
- -32%
- Rank among states
- 42 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,580Median: $59,750Highest 10%: $145,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,580 | $20.47 | |
| 25th | $49,300 | $23.70 | |
| Median | $59,750 | $28.73 | |
| 75th | $106,300 | $51.12 | |
| 90th | $145,300 | $69.84 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $114,800 |
| Little Rock, AR | $51,520 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for microbiologists.
| 39. South Carolina | $64,740 |
| 40. Nevada | $64,490 |
| 41. Mississippi | $61,690 |
| 42. Arkansas | $59,750 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a microbiologist make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $28.73 ($59,750 a year).
Do microbiologists make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $59,750 against $87,990 nationally, 32% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for microbiologist pay?
Arkansas ranks 42 of 42 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays microbiologists the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $114,800 a year.
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.