Minnesota Median
$102,010
per year
Hourly Rate
$49.04
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+2% vs US median
US median $100,040
State Rank
#9 of 28
160 employed here
How much does a Genetic Counselor make in Minnesota?
A Genetic Counselor working in Minnesota earns a median salary of $102,010 per year, or about $49.04 per hour. That is 2% above the national median of $100,040 for this occupation.
Within Minnesota, entry-level pay starts around $82,580 while the top 10% make $111,520 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $95,320 and $104,950 a year.
Genetic Counselor salary range in Minnesota
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $82,580 | $39.70 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $95,320 | $45.83 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $102,010 | $49.04 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $104,950 | $50.46 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $111,520 | $53.62 |
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How Minnesota compares
Minnesota ranks 9th 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 $107,450Colorado $106,100Delaware $106,010Washington $102,920Arizona $102,730Florida $102,330Connecticut $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 Minnesota
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 Minnesota pay ($102,010) 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 Minnesota?
The median Genetic Counselor salary in Minnesota is $102,010 per year, or about $49.04 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $82,580 at the entry level to $111,520 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Minnesota pay compare to the national average?
Minnesota pays Genetic Counselors about 2% more than the national median of $100,040. Minnesota ranks 9th out of 28 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Minnesota a good state for Genetic Counselors?
Yes on pay — Minnesota pays above the national median for this occupation, at $102,010 a year. About 160 Genetic Counselors are employed in Minnesota. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Minnesota?
The highest-paying occupations in Minnesota include Radiologist ($708,340), Dermatologist ($625,790), Surgeon, All Other ($568,150), 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.