How much does a microbiologist make in North Carolina?
$85,860a year
Median yearly pay for microbiologists in North Carolina. That is $41.28 an hour or $7,155 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.28
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 1,050
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,710Median: $85,860Highest 10%: $138,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,710 | $27.75 | |
| 25th | $66,630 | $32.03 | |
| Median | $85,860 | $41.28 | |
| 75th | $111,200 | $53.46 | |
| 90th | $138,600 | $66.63 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Durham, NC | $85,860 |
| Charlotte, NC | $85,470 |
| Raleigh, NC | $85,010 |
| Wilmington, NC | $80,470 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for microbiologists.
| 7. Oregon | $89,220 |
| 8. Montana | $87,750 |
| 9. Connecticut | $86,360 |
| 10. North Carolina | $85,860 |
| 11. Pennsylvania | $84,650 |
| 12. Minnesota | $83,400 |
| 13. Delaware | $82,770 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a microbiologist make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $41.28 ($85,860 a year).
Do microbiologists make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $85,860 against $87,990 nationally, 2% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for microbiologist pay?
North Carolina ranks 10 of 42 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays microbiologists the most?
Durham-Chapel Hill, NC, with a median of $85,860 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.