How much does a genetic counselor make in Houston?
$97,060a year
Median yearly pay for genetic counselors in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area. That is $46.66 an hour or $8,088 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.66
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among cities
- 15 of 19
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $82,510Median: $97,060Highest 10%: $104,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $82,510 | $39.67 | |
| 25th | $89,050 | $42.81 | |
| Median | $97,060 | $46.66 | |
| 75th | $104,900 | $50.45 | |
| 90th | $104,900 | $50.45 |
Other cities in Texas
Median yearly pay for genetic counselors.
| Dallas, TX | $101,400 |
Related jobs in Houston
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Dentist | $389,500 |
| Ophthalmologist | $320,500 |
| Physician | $292,500 |
| Physician | $291,500 |
| Neurologist | $278,000 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $275,300 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $274,400 |
| Psychiatrist | $249,100 |
| Anesthesiologist | $210,200 |
| Dermatologist | $207,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a genetic counselor make an hour in Houston?
The median hourly pay in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area is $46.66 ($97,060 a year).
Do genetic counselors make more in Houston than the national average?
No: $97,060 against $100,000 nationally, 3% less.
How does Houston compare with the rest of Texas?
The median in Texas is $99,450, so Houston pays 2% less.
Where does Houston rank for genetic counselor pay?
15 of 19 metro areas with data.
How much does a genetic counselor make starting out in Houston?
The lowest-paid 10% make $82,510 or less a year; the top 10% make $104,900 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.