How much does a microbiologist make in Nevada?
$64,490a year
Median yearly pay for microbiologists in Nevada. That is $31.00 an hour or $5,374 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.00
- Vs. national median
- -27%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,990Median: $64,490Highest 10%: $125,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,990 | $25.00 | |
| 25th | $58,780 | $28.26 | |
| Median | $64,490 | $31.00 | |
| 75th | $110,200 | $52.98 | |
| 90th | $125,900 | $60.51 |
Cities in Nevada
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Reno, NV | $75,310 |
| Las Vegas, NV | $62,790 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for microbiologists.
| 37. Idaho | $65,940 |
| 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 Nevada?
The median hourly pay in Nevada is $31.00 ($64,490 a year).
Do microbiologists make more in Nevada than the national average?
No: $64,490 against $87,990 nationally, 27% less.
Where does Nevada rank for microbiologist pay?
Nevada ranks 40 of 42 states.
Which city in Nevada pays microbiologists the most?
Reno, NV, with a median of $75,310 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.