How much does a microbiologist make in Iowa?
$79,830a year
Median yearly pay for microbiologists in Iowa. That is $38.38 an hour or $6,653 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.38
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $66,780Median: $79,830Highest 10%: $138,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $66,780 | $32.11 | |
| 25th | $68,680 | $33.02 | |
| Median | $79,830 | $38.38 | |
| 75th | $104,300 | $50.14 | |
| 90th | $138,100 | $66.39 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for microbiologists.
| 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 |
| 20. Missouri | $78,590 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a microbiologist make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $38.38 ($79,830 a year).
Do microbiologists make more in Iowa than the national average?
No: $79,830 against $87,990 nationally, 9% less.
Where does Iowa rank for microbiologist pay?
Iowa ranks 17 of 42 states.
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.