How much does a microbiologist make in Michigan?
$78,680a year
Median yearly pay for microbiologists in Michigan. That is $37.83 an hour or $6,557 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.83
- Vs. national median
- -11%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 370
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,470Median: $78,680Highest 10%: $103,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,470 | $25.23 | |
| 25th | $64,370 | $30.95 | |
| Median | $78,680 | $37.83 | |
| 75th | $92,600 | $44.52 | |
| 90th | $103,200 | $49.59 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kalamazoo, MI | $89,240 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $76,220 |
| Detroit, MI | $73,690 |
| Lansing, MI | $67,960 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for microbiologists.
| 16. Florida | $80,930 |
| 17. Iowa | $79,830 |
| 18. New Hampshire | $79,430 |
| 19. Michigan | $78,680 |
| 20. Missouri | $78,590 |
| 21. Indiana | $77,900 |
| 22. Virginia | $77,820 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a microbiologist make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $37.83 ($78,680 a year).
Do microbiologists make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $78,680 against $87,990 nationally, 11% less.
Where does Michigan rank for microbiologist pay?
Michigan ranks 19 of 42 states.
Which city in Michigan pays microbiologists the most?
Kalamazoo-Portage, MI, with a median of $89,240 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.