What are the main factors that influence an Entry Level Microbiologist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Entry Level Microbiologist's salary?

An Entry Level Microbiologist's salary grows with experience: a Entry Level Microbiologist (0-2 years)earns $61,729, a Microbiologist II (2-4 years)earns $76,453, a Microbiologist III (4-7 years)earns $87,317, a Microbiologist IV (7+ years)earns $98,331, a Microbiologist V (7-10 years)earns $140,679,

What are the highest paying states for an Entry Level Microbiologist?

Entry Level Microbiologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Entry Level Microbiologist roles are District of Columbia $64,945, California $64,699, Massachusetts $63,836. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Entry Level Microbiologist roles make?

Salaries for Entry Level Microbiologist level roles vary by specialization: Entry Level Doctor: $117,710; Entry Level Actuary: $80,801; Entry Level Auditor: $67,701; Entry Level LPN: $65,864; Entry Level Animator: $63,503.

Entry Level Microbiologist Salary in Hawaii

How much does an Entry Level Microbiologist make in Hawaii?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Entry Level Microbiologist in Hawaii is $61,297 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, an Entry Level Microbiologist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,750
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,208 to $66,768
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,753

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Entry Level Microbiologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,768	$5,564	$1,284	$32
Average	$61,297	$5,108	$1,179	$29
25th Percentile	$54,208	$4,517	$1,042	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Entry Level Microbiologist Salaries

An Entry Level Microbiologist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Entry Level Microbiologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Entry Level Microbiologist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $61,729
Early Career (1-2 years): $76,453
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $87,317
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $98,331
Expert (over 8 years): $140,679

Levels	Salary
Entry Lev... Level Entry Level Microbiologist	$61,729
Microbiol... Level Entry Level Microbiologist	$76,453
Microbiol... Level Entry Level Microbiologist	$87,317
Microbiol... Level Entry Level Microbiologist	$98,331
Microbiol... Level Entry Level Microbiologist	$140,679

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How Do Entry Level Microbiologist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Entry Level Microbiologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $64,945.
California: $64,699.
Massachusetts: $63,836.

District of Columbia $64,945 California $64,699 Massachusetts $63,836 Washington $63,602 New Jersey $63,578 Alaska $63,496 Connecticut $62,687 New York $62,358

Hawaii $61,308 Rhode Island $60,816 Maryland $60,481 Minnesota $60,024 Colorado $59,848 Illinois $59,789 Oregon $59,566 Delaware $59,402

New Hampshire $59,299 Virginia $59,068 Pennsylvania $58,393 Nevada $58,053 North Dakota $57,941 Michigan $57,765 Wisconsin $57,701 Vermont $57,572

Texas $57,214 Maine $57,191 Arizona $57,155 Ohio $57,114 Georgia $56,575 Indiana $56,305 Wyoming $56,252 Utah $56,170

Iowa $56,135 Kansas $55,853 Louisiana $55,771 North Carolina $55,742 Missouri $55,730 Florida $55,501 Montana $55,378 Nebraska $55,261

Kentucky $55,196 South Carolina $54,962 Tennessee $54,815 Idaho $54,756 New Mexico $54,328 Oklahoma $54,234 Alabama $53,888 South Dakota $53,307

Arkansas $52,991 West Virginia $52,821 Mississippi $52,310

Top Paying Cities for Entry Level Microbiologists

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Aiea: $60,997
Anahola: $60,587
Captain Cook: $60,587

Aiea, HI $60,997 Anahola, HI $60,587 Captain Cook, HI $60,587 Eleele, HI $60,587 Ewa Beach, HI $60,997 Kapolei, HI $60,862 Haiku, HI $60,587 Hakalau, HI $60,587

Haleiwa, HI $60,587 Hana, HI $60,587 Hanalei, HI $60,587 Hanamaulu, HI $60,587 Hanapepe, HI $60,587 Hauula, HI $60,722 Hawaii National Park, HI $60,587 Hawi, HI $60,587

Hilo, HI $60,587 Princeville, HI $60,587 Holualoa, HI $60,587 Honaunau, HI $60,587 Honokaa, HI $60,587 Honomu, HI $60,587 Hoolehua, HI $60,587 Kaaawa, HI $60,833

Kahuku, HI $60,587 Kahului, HI $60,587 Kailua, HI $60,997 Ocean View, HI $60,587 Waikoloa, HI $60,587 Keauhou, HI $60,587 Kailua Kona, HI $60,587 Kalaheo, HI $60,587

Kalaupapa, HI $60,587 Kamuela, HI $60,587 Kaneohe, HI $60,997 Kapaa, HI $60,587 Kaumakani, HI $60,587 Kaunakakai, HI $60,587 Keaau, HI $60,587 Kealakekua, HI $60,587

Kealia, HI $60,587 Kekaha, HI $60,587 Kihei, HI $60,587 Kilauea, HI $60,587 Kapaau, HI $60,587 Koloa, HI $60,587 Kualapuu, HI $60,587 Kunia, HI $60,804

Kurtistown, HI $60,587 Lahaina, HI $60,587 Laie, HI $60,640 Lanai City, HI $60,587 Laupahoehoe, HI $60,587 Lawai, HI $60,587 Lihue, HI $60,587 Makawao, HI $60,587

Makaweli, HI $60,587 Maunaloa, HI $60,587 Mountain View, HI $60,587 Naalehu, HI $60,587 Ninole, HI $60,587 Ookala, HI $60,587 Paauilo, HI $60,587 Pahala, HI $60,587

Pahoa, HI $60,587 Paia, HI $60,587 Papaaloa, HI $60,587 Papaikou, HI $60,587 Pearl City, HI $60,997 Pepeekeo, HI $60,587 Puunene, HI $60,587 Volcano, HI $60,587

Wahiawa, HI $60,804 Pukalani, HI $60,587 Mililani, HI $60,886 Kula, HI $60,587 Waialua, HI $60,587 Waianae, HI $60,640 Wailuku, HI $60,587 Waimanalo, HI $60,997

Waimea, HI $60,587 Waipahu, HI $60,968 Honolulu, HI $60,997 J B P H H, HI $60,997 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $60,833 Schofield Barracks, HI $60,780 Fort Shafter, HI $60,997 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $60,997

Camp H M Smith, HI $60,997 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $60,968 Wake Island, HI $60,997

Entry Level Microbiologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Entry Level Microbiologist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$54,208

Average $61,297/year

$66,768

$4,517

Average $5,108/month

$5,564

$1,042

Average $1,179/week

$1,284

$26

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,768	$5,564	$1,284	$32
Average	$61,297	$5,108	$1,179	$29
25th Percentile	$54,208	$4,517	$1,042	$26

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