How much does a genetic counselor make in New Jersey?
$117,800a year
Median yearly pay for genetic counselors in New Jersey. That is $56.61 an hour or $9,813 a month.
- Hourly
- $56.61
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,000Median: $117,800Highest 10%: $164,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,000 | $28.37 | |
| 25th | $86,250 | $41.47 | |
| Median | $117,800 | $56.61 | |
| 75th | $135,300 | $65.05 | |
| 90th | $164,100 | $78.88 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $109,100 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $106,000 |
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 |
| 5. Delaware | $106,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a genetic counselor make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $56.61 ($117,800 a year).
Do genetic counselors make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $117,800 against $100,000 nationally, 18% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for genetic counselor pay?
New Jersey ranks 2 of 28 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays genetic counselors the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $109,100 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.