How much does a microbiologist make in Florida?
$80,930a year
Median yearly pay for microbiologists in Florida. That is $38.91 an hour or $6,744 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.91
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,090Median: $80,930Highest 10%: $135,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,090 | $22.16 | |
| 25th | $59,510 | $28.61 | |
| Median | $80,930 | $38.91 | |
| 75th | $106,900 | $51.39 | |
| 90th | $135,700 | $65.25 |
Cities in Florida
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Tampa, FL | $79,990 |
| Miami, FL | $66,730 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for microbiologists.
| 13. Delaware | $82,770 |
| 14. Colorado | $81,640 |
| 15. New York | $81,090 |
| 16. Florida | $80,930 |
| 17. Iowa | $79,830 |
| 18. New Hampshire | $79,430 |
| 19. Michigan | $78,680 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a microbiologist make an hour in Florida?
The median hourly pay in Florida is $38.91 ($80,930 a year).
Do microbiologists make more in Florida than the national average?
No: $80,930 against $87,990 nationally, 8% less.
Where does Florida rank for microbiologist pay?
Florida ranks 16 of 42 states.
Which city in Florida pays microbiologists the most?
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL, with a median of $79,990 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.