How much does a microbiologist make in Richmond?
$90,930a year
Median yearly pay for microbiologists in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $43.72 an hour or $7,578 a month.
- Hourly
- $43.72
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 20 of 71
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,060Median: $90,930Highest 10%: $129,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,060 | $27.43 | |
| 25th | $72,510 | $34.86 | |
| Median | $90,930 | $43.72 | |
| 75th | $129,600 | $62.31 | |
| 90th | $129,600 | $62.31 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for microbiologists.
| Washington, DC | $114,800 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Psychologist | $152,100 |
| Nuclear Technician | $122,200 |
| Economist | $112,300 |
| Chemist | $87,580 |
| Social Scientist and Related Worker | $85,030 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $83,420 |
| Epidemiologist | $82,460 |
| School Psychologist | $82,440 |
| Geoscientist | $80,490 |
| Environmental Scientist and Specialist | $80,350 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a microbiologist make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $43.72 ($90,930 a year).
Do microbiologists make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $90,930 against $87,990 nationally, 3% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $77,820, so Richmond pays 17% more.
Where does Richmond rank for microbiologist pay?
20 of 71 metro areas with data.
How much does a microbiologist make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $57,060 or less a year; the top 10% make $129,600 or more.
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.