Colorado Median
$106,100
per year
Hourly Rate
$51.01
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+6% vs US median
US median $100,040
State Rank
#4 of 28
40 employed here
How much does a Genetic Counselor make in Colorado?
Genetic Counselors in Colorado take home a median of $106,100 annually — roughly $51.01 an hour — which runs 6% above the national median of $100,040.
Within Colorado, entry-level pay starts around $77,700 while the top 10% make $125,920 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $94,990 and $122,290 a year.
Genetic Counselor salary range in Colorado
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $77,700 | $37.36 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $94,990 | $45.67 |
|
| 50th percentile (median) | $106,100 | $51.01 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $122,290 | $58.79 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $125,920 | $60.54 |
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How Colorado compares
Colorado ranks 4th out of 28 states and territories for Genetic Counselor pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Genetic Counselor salary in other states
California $137,650New Jersey $117,750New York $107,450Delaware $106,010Washington $102,920Arizona $102,730Florida $102,330Minnesota $102,010Connecticut $101,640Ohio $100,670District of Columbia $100,380Virginia $99,960Kentucky $99,770Texas $99,450Utah $98,430Massachusetts $97,240Illinois $95,880Pennsylvania $94,930Tennessee $94,380Maryland $94,050South Carolina $93,600North Carolina $93,570Wisconsin $92,170Indiana $89,640Michigan $84,970Missouri $83,980Georgia $82,750
Working as a Genetic Counselor in Colorado
Nationally, about 4,000 people work as Genetic Counselors in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Colorado pay ($106,100) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Genetic Counselor make in Colorado?
The median Genetic Counselor salary in Colorado is $106,100 per year, or about $51.01 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $77,700 at the entry level to $125,920 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Colorado pay compare to the national average?
Colorado pays Genetic Counselors about 6% more than the national median of $100,040. Colorado ranks 4th out of 28 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Colorado a good state for Genetic Counselors?
Yes on pay — Colorado pays above the national median for this occupation, at $106,100 a year. About 40 Genetic Counselors are employed in Colorado. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Colorado?
The highest-paying occupations in Colorado include Orthodontist ($416,000), Dermatologist ($398,810), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($385,410), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.