How much does a genetic counselor make in North Carolina?
$93,570a year
Median yearly pay for genetic counselors in North Carolina. That is $44.99 an hour or $7,798 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.99
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 23 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $79,540Median: $93,570Highest 10%: $111,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $79,540 | $38.24 | |
| 25th | $83,290 | $40.04 | |
| Median | $93,570 | $44.99 | |
| 75th | $102,400 | $49.23 | |
| 90th | $111,800 | $53.77 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for genetic counselors.
| 20. Tennessee | $94,380 |
| 21. Maryland | $94,050 |
| 22. South Carolina | $93,600 |
| 23. North Carolina | $93,570 |
| 24. Wisconsin | $92,170 |
| 25. Indiana | $89,640 |
| 26. Michigan | $84,970 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a genetic counselor make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $44.99 ($93,570 a year).
Do genetic counselors make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $93,570 against $100,000 nationally, 6% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for genetic counselor pay?
North Carolina ranks 23 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.