How much does a microbiologist make in Maryland?
$108,500a year
Median yearly pay for microbiologists in Maryland. That is $52.15 an hour or $9,039 a month.
- Hourly
- $52.15
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 1,590
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,260Median: $108,500Highest 10%: $185,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,260 | $28.49 | |
| 25th | $77,810 | $37.41 | |
| Median | $108,500 | $52.15 | |
| 75th | $140,700 | $67.63 | |
| 90th | $185,500 | $89.19 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $114,800 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $102,000 |
| Baltimore, MD | $85,120 |
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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a microbiologist make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $52.15 ($108,500 a year).
Do microbiologists make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $108,500 against $87,990 nationally, 23% more.
Where does Maryland rank for microbiologist pay?
Maryland ranks 3 of 42 states.
Which city in Maryland pays microbiologists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $114,800 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.