New Jersey Median
$117,750
per year
Hourly Rate
$56.61
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+18% vs US median
US median $100,040
State Rank
#2 of 28
240 employed here
How much does a Genetic Counselor make in New Jersey?
A Genetic Counselor working in New Jersey earns a median salary of $117,750 per year, or about $56.61 per hour. That is 18% above the national median of $100,040 for this occupation.
Within New Jersey, entry-level pay starts around $59,000 while the top 10% make $164,060 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $86,250 and $135,310 a year.
Genetic Counselor salary range in New Jersey
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $59,000 | $28.37 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $86,250 | $41.47 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $117,750 | $56.61 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $135,310 | $65.05 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $164,060 | $78.88 |
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How New Jersey compares
New Jersey ranks 2nd 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 York $107,450Colorado $106,100Delaware $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 New Jersey
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 New Jersey pay ($117,750) 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 New Jersey?
The median Genetic Counselor salary in New Jersey is $117,750 per year, or about $56.61 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $59,000 at the entry level to $164,060 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Jersey pay compare to the national average?
New Jersey pays Genetic Counselors about 18% more than the national median of $100,040. New Jersey ranks 2nd out of 28 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Jersey a good state for Genetic Counselors?
Yes on pay — New Jersey pays above the national median for this occupation, at $117,750 a year. About 240 Genetic Counselors are employed in New Jersey. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New Jersey?
The highest-paying occupations in New Jersey include Radiologist ($482,700), Surgeon, All Other ($437,890), Physician, Pathologists ($355,970), 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.