How much does a genetic counselor make in Dallas?
$101,400a year
Median yearly pay for genetic counselors in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro area. That is $48.75 an hour or $8,449 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.75
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 9 of 19
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $76,380Median: $101,400Highest 10%: $122,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $76,380 | $36.72 | |
| 25th | $87,350 | $42.00 | |
| Median | $101,400 | $48.75 | |
| 75th | $101,400 | $48.75 | |
| 90th | $122,000 | $58.64 |
Other cities in Texas
Median yearly pay for genetic counselors.
| Houston, TX | $97,060 |
Related jobs in Dallas
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $666,900 |
| Surgeon | $494,800 |
| Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon | $431,900 |
| Cardiologist | $403,300 |
| Dentist | $402,600 |
| Neurologist | $360,600 |
| Ophthalmologist | $360,000 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $324,200 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $321,300 |
| Physician | $316,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a genetic counselor make an hour in Dallas?
The median hourly pay in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro area is $48.75 ($101,400 a year).
Do genetic counselors make more in Dallas than the national average?
Yes: $101,400 against $100,000 nationally, 1% more.
How does Dallas compare with the rest of Texas?
The median in Texas is $99,450, so Dallas pays 2% more.
Where does Dallas rank for genetic counselor pay?
9 of 19 metro areas with data.
How much does a genetic counselor make starting out in Dallas?
The lowest-paid 10% make $76,380 or less a year; the top 10% make $122,000 or more.
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.