Microbiologists Salary in California

Median Salary

$108,530

per year

Hourly Rate

$52.18

per hour

Employment

2,600

in California

vs. National Avg

+23.3%

National: $87,990

📊 Compared to the national median of $87,990, California pays 23.3% MORE for Microbiologists positions.

Purchasing Power

$98,040

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

110.7

11% above national avg

Rent/Income

25%

Affordable

Salary Distribution in California

10th

$62,440

25th

$80,060

Median

$108,530

75th

$141,360

90th

$183,420

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).