Genetic Counselors Salary in the United States
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for genetic counselors in the United States was $100,040 ($48.09 per hour), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $78,270 | $37.63 |
| 25th | $88,900 | $42.74 |
| Median | $100,040 | $48.09 |
| 75th | $116,140 | $55.84 |
| 90th | $138,760 | $66.71 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 29-9092
- Total U.S. employment: 3,740
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
What the data says
The mean wage of $104,620 sits 4.6% above the median — the typical worker earns close to the median, while a smaller group of higher earners pulls the average up.
Across the United States, 3,740 genetic counselors are employed (— per 1,000 jobs), making this a mid-sized occupations in the national economy.
Genetic Counselors Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $102,730 | $49.39 | +2.7% | 50 |
| California | $137,650 | $66.18 | +37.6% | 440 |
| Colorado | $106,100 | $51.01 | +6.1% | 40 |
| Connecticut | $101,640 | $48.87 | +1.6% | 50 |
| Delaware | $106,010 | $50.97 | +6.0% | 40 |
| District of Columbia | $100,380 | $48.26 | +0.3% | 40 |
| Florida | $102,330 | $49.20 | +2.3% | 100 |
| Georgia | $82,750 | $39.78 | -17.3% | 0 |
| Illinois | $95,880 | $46.10 | -4.2% | 90 |
| Indiana | $89,640 | $43.10 | -10.4% | 40 |
| Kentucky | $99,770 | $47.97 | -0.3% | 50 |
| Maryland | $94,050 | $45.22 | -6.0% | 50 |
| Massachusetts | $97,240 | $46.75 | -2.8% | 200 |
| Michigan | $84,970 | $40.85 | -15.1% | 80 |
| Minnesota | $102,010 | $49.04 | +2.0% | 160 |
| Missouri | $83,980 | $40.38 | -16.1% | 40 |
| New Jersey | $117,750 | $56.61 | +17.7% | 240 |
| New York | $107,450 | $51.66 | +7.4% | 240 |
| North Carolina | $93,570 | $44.98 | -6.5% | 80 |
| Ohio | $100,670 | $48.40 | +0.6% | 120 |
| Pennsylvania | $94,930 | $45.64 | -5.1% | 230 |
| South Carolina | $93,600 | $45.00 | -6.4% | 40 |
| Tennessee | $94,380 | $45.37 | -5.7% | 340 |
| Texas | $99,450 | $47.81 | -0.6% | 0 |
| Utah | $98,430 | $47.32 | -1.6% | 50 |
| Virginia | $99,960 | $48.06 | -0.1% | 100 |
| Washington | $102,920 | $49.48 | +2.9% | 100 |
| Wisconsin | $92,170 | $44.31 | -7.9% | 110 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for genetic counselors?
The median annual wage for genetic counselors is $100,040 ($48.09 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2025.
Which state pays genetic counselors the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many genetic counselors are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 3,740 genetic counselors employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do genetic counselors make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $48.09. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.