How much does a microbiologist make in Georgia?
$103,100a year
Median yearly pay for microbiologists in Georgia. That is $49.55 an hour or $8,589 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.55
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 880
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $66,510Median: $103,100Highest 10%: $158,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $66,510 | $31.98 | |
| 25th | $87,990 | $42.30 | |
| Median | $103,100 | $49.55 | |
| 75th | $126,300 | $60.72 | |
| 90th | $158,000 | $75.97 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Athens, GA | $112,400 |
| Atlanta, GA | $109,300 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for microbiologists.
| 1. Massachusetts | $122,400 |
| 2. California | $108,500 |
| 3. Maryland | $108,500 |
| 4. Georgia | $103,100 |
| 5. New Jersey | $96,020 |
| 6. Illinois | $92,050 |
| 7. Oregon | $89,220 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a microbiologist make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $49.55 ($103,100 a year).
Do microbiologists make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $103,100 against $87,990 nationally, 17% more.
Where does Georgia rank for microbiologist pay?
Georgia ranks 4 of 42 states.
Which city in Georgia pays microbiologists the most?
Athens-Clarke County, GA, with a median of $112,400 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.