Advertisement
Microbiologists average salary by city in Texas
- San Antonio$83,810
- Dallas$73,100
- Houston$70,730
- Austin$66,800
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio | $83,810 | $80,870 | $63,240 | $67,790 | 95 |
| Dallas | $73,100 | $78,120 | $53,220 | $60,256 | 103 |
| Houston | $70,730 | $66,450 | $57,390 | $58,589 | 99 |
| Austin | $66,800 | $61,310 | $54,460 | $55,824 | 98 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; Texas has no state income tax. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Microbiologists salary in other states
More about pay in Texas
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 19-1022.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
Read the full methodology. Spotted an error? Tell us.