How much does a genetic counselor make in California?
$137,700a year
Median yearly pay for genetic counselors in California. That is $66.18 an hour or $11,470 a month.
- Hourly
- $66.18
- Vs. national median
- +38%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 440
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $105,800Median: $137,700Highest 10%: $178,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $105,800 | $50.87 | |
| 25th | $117,700 | $56.59 | |
| Median | $137,700 | $66.18 | |
| 75th | $170,500 | $81.95 | |
| 90th | $178,000 | $85.60 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Francisco, CA | $178,000 |
| San Jose, CA | $165,900 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $120,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for genetic counselors.
| 1. California | $137,700 |
| 2. New Jersey | $117,800 |
| 3. New York | $107,500 |
| 4. Colorado | $106,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a genetic counselor make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $66.18 ($137,700 a year).
Do genetic counselors make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $137,700 against $100,000 nationally, 38% more.
Where does California rank for genetic counselor pay?
California ranks 1 of 28 states.
Which city in California pays genetic counselors the most?
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, with a median of $178,000 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.