How much does a genetic counselor make in Massachusetts?
$97,240a year
Median yearly pay for genetic counselors in Massachusetts. That is $46.75 an hour or $8,103 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.75
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $81,510Median: $97,240Highest 10%: $145,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $81,510 | $39.19 | |
| 25th | $82,580 | $39.70 | |
| Median | $97,240 | $46.75 | |
| 75th | $107,100 | $51.50 | |
| 90th | $145,300 | $69.86 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $97,240 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for genetic counselors.
| 14. Kentucky | $99,770 |
| 15. Texas | $99,450 |
| 16. Utah | $98,430 |
| 17. Massachusetts | $97,240 |
| 18. Illinois | $95,880 |
| 19. Pennsylvania | $94,930 |
| 20. Tennessee | $94,380 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a genetic counselor make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $46.75 ($97,240 a year).
Do genetic counselors make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
No: $97,240 against $100,000 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Massachusetts rank for genetic counselor pay?
Massachusetts ranks 17 of 28 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays genetic counselors the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $97,240 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.