Genetic Counselors salary in United States
The median genetic counselors salary is $100,040 a year, from official US BLS OEWS (national, SOC 2018) data · updated May 2025.
Pay distribution · p10 to p90
Genetic Counselors salary by region
Pay trend
Up 6.6% from 2023 to 2025.
Source: US BLS OEWS (national, SOC 2018) · updated May 2025 · methodology
Genetic Counselors salary FAQs
What is the average Genetic Counselors salary in United States?
The median Genetic Counselors salary in United States is $100,040 per year, based on US BLS OEWS (national, SOC 2018) (updated May 2025). Half of genetic counselorss earn more than this and half earn less.
How much does a Genetic Counselors earn per year in the US?
Pay typically ranges from about $78,270 for lower earners (10th percentile) to $138,760 for top earners (90th percentile), with a median of $100,040.
Do Genetic Counselors salaries vary by region in the US?
Yes. Pay varies across United States - San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA is among the highest at $177,990, with other areas sitting lower. See the regional breakdown above for the full picture.
Where does this Genetic Counselors salary data come from?
These figures come from official statistics - US BLS OEWS (national, SOC 2018), last updated May 2025. Rung only shows verified data and never invented or crowd-sourced numbers.