How much does a microbiologist make in Memphis?
$114,800a year
Median yearly pay for microbiologists in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area. That is $55.21 an hour or $9,570 a month.
- Hourly
- $55.21
- Vs. national median
- +31%
- Rank among cities
- 7 of 71
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,690Median: $114,800Highest 10%: $143,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,690 | $24.37 | |
| 25th | $74,600 | $35.87 | |
| Median | $114,800 | $55.21 | |
| 75th | $143,200 | $68.86 | |
| 90th | $143,200 | $68.86 |
Other cities in Tennessee
Median yearly pay for microbiologists.
| Nashville, TN | $77,620 |
Related jobs in Memphis
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physicist | $139,800 |
| Social Scientist and Related Worker | $96,610 |
| Biological Scientist | $86,380 |
| School Psychologist | $84,390 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $81,990 |
| Atmospheric and Space Scientist | $78,950 |
| Environmental Scientist and Specialist | $78,320 |
| Chemist | $76,980 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $71,870 |
| Life | $59,330 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a microbiologist make an hour in Memphis?
The median hourly pay in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area is $55.21 ($114,800 a year).
Do microbiologists make more in Memphis than the national average?
Yes: $114,800 against $87,990 nationally, 31% more.
How does Memphis compare with the rest of Tennessee?
The median in Tennessee is $77,630, so Memphis pays 48% more.
Where does Memphis rank for microbiologist pay?
7 of 71 metro areas with data.
How much does a microbiologist make starting out in Memphis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $50,690 or less a year; the top 10% make $143,200 or more.
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.