How much does a microbiologist make in Nebraska?
$72,470a year
Median yearly pay for microbiologists in Nebraska. That is $34.84 an hour or $6,039 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.84
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among states
- 28 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,160Median: $72,470Highest 10%: $166,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,160 | $27.48 | |
| 25th | $63,830 | $30.69 | |
| Median | $72,470 | $34.84 | |
| 75th | $98,890 | $47.54 | |
| 90th | $166,000 | $79.81 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for microbiologists.
| 25. Alaska | $76,320 |
| 26. Utah | $72,600 |
| 27. Ohio | $72,500 |
| 28. Nebraska | $72,470 |
| 29. Hawaii | $70,970 |
| 30. South Dakota | $70,530 |
| 31. Kansas | $70,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a microbiologist make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $34.84 ($72,470 a year).
Do microbiologists make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $72,470 against $87,990 nationally, 18% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for microbiologist pay?
Nebraska ranks 28 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.