How much does a microbiologist make in Oregon?
$89,220a year
Median yearly pay for microbiologists in Oregon. That is $42.89 an hour or $7,435 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.89
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,600Median: $89,220Highest 10%: $141,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,600 | $31.54 | |
| 25th | $77,320 | $37.17 | |
| Median | $89,220 | $42.89 | |
| 75th | $103,000 | $49.50 | |
| 90th | $141,100 | $67.85 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $90,460 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for microbiologists.
| 4. Georgia | $103,100 |
| 5. New Jersey | $96,020 |
| 6. Illinois | $92,050 |
| 7. Oregon | $89,220 |
| 8. Montana | $87,750 |
| 9. Connecticut | $86,360 |
| 10. North Carolina | $85,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a microbiologist make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $42.89 ($89,220 a year).
Do microbiologists make more in Oregon than the national average?
Yes: $89,220 against $87,990 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Oregon rank for microbiologist pay?
Oregon ranks 7 of 42 states.
Which city in Oregon pays microbiologists the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $90,460 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.