How much does a microbiologist make in Mississippi?
$61,690a year
Median yearly pay for microbiologists in Mississippi. That is $29.66 an hour or $5,141 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.66
- Vs. national median
- -30%
- Rank among states
- 41 of 42
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,010Median: $61,690Highest 10%: $115,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,010 | $21.16 | |
| 25th | $46,130 | $22.18 | |
| Median | $61,690 | $29.66 | |
| 75th | $67,840 | $32.62 | |
| 90th | $115,200 | $55.39 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $114,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for microbiologists.
| 38. Alabama | $65,690 |
| 39. South Carolina | $64,740 |
| 40. Nevada | $64,490 |
| 41. Mississippi | $61,690 |
| 42. Arkansas | $59,750 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a microbiologist make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $29.66 ($61,690 a year).
Do microbiologists make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $61,690 against $87,990 nationally, 30% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for microbiologist pay?
Mississippi ranks 41 of 42 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays microbiologists the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, 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.