How much does a genetic counselor make in Tennessee?
$94,380a year
Median yearly pay for genetic counselors in Tennessee. That is $45.38 an hour or $7,865 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.38
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 340
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $94,380Median: $94,380Highest 10%: $94,380
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $94,380 | $45.38 | |
| 25th | $94,380 | $45.38 | |
| Median | $94,380 | $45.38 | |
| 75th | $94,380 | $45.38 | |
| 90th | $94,380 | $45.38 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for genetic counselors.
| 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 |
| 23. North Carolina | $93,570 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a genetic counselor make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $45.38 ($94,380 a year).
Do genetic counselors make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $94,380 against $100,000 nationally, 6% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for genetic counselor pay?
Tennessee ranks 20 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.