How much does a genetic counselor make in New York?
$107,500a year
Median yearly pay for genetic counselors in New York. That is $51.66 an hour or $8,954 a month.
- Hourly
- $51.66
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $88,530Median: $107,500Highest 10%: $141,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $88,530 | $42.56 | |
| 25th | $100,600 | $48.37 | |
| Median | $107,500 | $51.66 | |
| 75th | $120,400 | $57.90 | |
| 90th | $141,400 | $68.00 |
Cities in New York
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $109,100 |
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 |
| 6. Washington | $102,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a genetic counselor make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $51.66 ($107,500 a year).
Do genetic counselors make more in New York than the national average?
Yes: $107,500 against $100,000 nationally, 7% more.
Where does New York rank for genetic counselor pay?
New York ranks 3 of 28 states.
Which city in New York 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.