How much does a Microbiology Lab Technician make hourly?
As of April 01, 2025, the average hourly pay of Microbiology Lab Technician in the United States is $35. While Salary.com is seeing that Microbiology Lab Technician salary in the US can go up to $42 or down to $29, but most earn between $32 and $39. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Microbiology Lab Technician in the United States.
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Demonstrated proficiency with standard laboratory equipment.
November 22, 2022
Supports Microbiologist and Senior Microbiologists with special projects related to microbiology laboratory and continuous improvement.
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Microbiology Lab Technician in Hodges, SC
Prepare laboratory samples for log in and testing Perform contamination checks for Finished Products, Raw Material, Work-in-Progress, water and swab samples aseptically Monitor and assist management of laboratory consumable inventories Maintain the microb
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Average Hourly Wage
Core compensation
 
 
 
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35
Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation
Includes base and short-term incentives
 
 
 
32
39
35
These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Microbiology Lab Technician in the United States. The average hourly rate for Microbiology Lab Technician ranges from $32 to $39 with the average hourly pay of $35. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $32 to $39 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $35.