How much does a genetic counselor make in Pennsylvania?
$94,930a year
Median yearly pay for genetic counselors in Pennsylvania. That is $45.64 an hour or $7,911 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.64
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $81,790Median: $94,930Highest 10%: $121,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $81,790 | $39.32 | |
| 25th | $83,980 | $40.38 | |
| Median | $94,930 | $45.64 | |
| 75th | $105,600 | $50.75 | |
| 90th | $121,100 | $58.23 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Philadelphia, PA | $106,000 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $99,030 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for genetic counselors.
| 16. Utah | $98,430 |
| 17. Massachusetts | $97,240 |
| 18. Illinois | $95,880 |
| 19. Pennsylvania | $94,930 |
| 20. Tennessee | $94,380 |
| 21. Maryland | $94,050 |
| 22. South Carolina | $93,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a genetic counselor make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $45.64 ($94,930 a year).
Do genetic counselors make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
No: $94,930 against $100,000 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for genetic counselor pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 19 of 28 states.
Which city in Pennsylvania pays genetic counselors the most?
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD, with a median of $106,000 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.