How much does a microbiologist make in Illinois?
$92,050a year
Median yearly pay for microbiologists in Illinois. That is $44.25 an hour or $7,671 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.25
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 1,470
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,780Median: $92,050Highest 10%: $127,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,780 | $28.74 | |
| 25th | $66,770 | $32.10 | |
| Median | $92,050 | $44.25 | |
| 75th | $112,200 | $53.95 | |
| 90th | $127,300 | $61.20 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $100,600 |
| Peoria, IL | $93,240 |
| St. Louis, MO | $89,630 |
| Champaign, IL | $66,560 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for microbiologists.
| 3. Maryland | $108,500 |
| 4. Georgia | $103,100 |
| 5. New Jersey | $96,020 |
| 6. Illinois | $92,050 |
| 7. Oregon | $89,220 |
| 8. Montana | $87,750 |
| 9. Connecticut | $86,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a microbiologist make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $44.25 ($92,050 a year).
Do microbiologists make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $92,050 against $87,990 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Illinois rank for microbiologist pay?
Illinois ranks 6 of 42 states.
Which city in Illinois pays microbiologists the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $100,600 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.