Genetic Counselors

Occupation

$98,910
National Median Salary
$47.55
Median Hourly Wage
3,510
Total Employment

Salary Distribution

$78,680
$87,060
$98,910
$113,220
$137,780

10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile

Salary Trend (2014-2024)

+46.5%
10 Year Change
$67,500
2014 Median
$98,910
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries Industry Wage Growth Best Paying States Fastest Growing States Where This Career Pays Above Average

Top Paying Industries for Genetic Counselors

Industry Annual Median Employment
Outpatient Care Centers $137,430 250
Management of Companies and Enterprises $125,960 70
Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories $113,320 200
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools $102,530 160
Educational Services $102,530 160

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Top Paying States for Genetic Counselors

State Annual Median Employment
California $135,090 440
New Jersey $120,550 220
Virginia $106,060 130
Vermont $106,000 30
South Carolina $105,500 40

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Outpatient Care Centers Management of Companies and Enterprises Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools Educational Services Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals Hospitals General Medical and Surgical Hospitals Ambulatory Health Care Services Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences Scientific Research and Development Services