How much does a genetic counselor make in Kentucky?
$99,770a year
Median yearly pay for genetic counselors in Kentucky. That is $47.97 an hour or $8,314 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.97
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $80,410Median: $99,770Highest 10%: $114,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $80,410 | $38.66 | |
| 25th | $87,100 | $41.88 | |
| Median | $99,770 | $47.97 | |
| 75th | $111,100 | $53.42 | |
| 90th | $114,300 | $54.95 |
Cities in Kentucky
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for genetic counselors.
| 11. Ohio | $100,700 |
| 12. District of Columbia | $100,400 |
| 13. Virginia | $99,960 |
| 14. Kentucky | $99,770 |
| 15. Texas | $99,450 |
| 16. Utah | $98,430 |
| 17. Massachusetts | $97,240 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a genetic counselor make an hour in Kentucky?
The median hourly pay in Kentucky is $47.97 ($99,770 a year).
Do genetic counselors make more in Kentucky than the national average?
Yes: $99,770 against $100,000 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Kentucky rank for genetic counselor pay?
Kentucky ranks 14 of 28 states.
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.