How much does a microbiologist make in Idaho?
$65,940a year
Median yearly pay for microbiologists in Idaho. That is $31.70 an hour or $5,495 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.70
- Vs. national median
- -25%
- Rank among states
- 37 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,660Median: $65,940Highest 10%: $100,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,660 | $23.39 | |
| 25th | $57,560 | $27.67 | |
| Median | $65,940 | $31.70 | |
| 75th | $76,650 | $36.85 | |
| 90th | $100,500 | $48.32 |
Cities in Idaho
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boise City, ID | $61,860 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for microbiologists.
| 34. Wisconsin | $67,100 |
| 35. Kentucky | $66,500 |
| 36. Texas | $66,450 |
| 37. Idaho | $65,940 |
| 38. Alabama | $65,690 |
| 39. South Carolina | $64,740 |
| 40. Nevada | $64,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a microbiologist make an hour in Idaho?
The median hourly pay in Idaho is $31.70 ($65,940 a year).
Do microbiologists make more in Idaho than the national average?
No: $65,940 against $87,990 nationally, 25% less.
Where does Idaho rank for microbiologist pay?
Idaho ranks 37 of 42 states.
Which city in Idaho pays microbiologists the most?
Boise City, ID, with a median of $61,860 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.