Virginia Median
$99,960
per year
Hourly Rate
$48.06
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+-0% vs US median
US median $100,040
State Rank
#13 of 28
100 employed here
How much does a Genetic Counselor make in Virginia?
Genetic Counselors in Virginia take home a median of $99,960 annually — roughly $48.06 an hour — which runs 0% above the national median of $100,040.
Within Virginia, entry-level pay starts around $73,610 while the top 10% make $134,220 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $87,840 and $121,170 a year.
Genetic Counselor salary range in Virginia
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $73,610 | $35.39 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $87,840 | $42.23 |
|
| 50th percentile (median) | $99,960 | $48.06 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $121,170 | $58.25 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $134,220 | $64.53 |
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How Virginia compares
Virginia ranks 13th 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 $102,330Minnesota $102,010Connecticut $101,640Ohio $100,670District of Columbia $100,380Kentucky $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 Virginia
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 Virginia pay ($99,960) 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 Virginia?
The median Genetic Counselor salary in Virginia is $99,960 per year, or about $48.06 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $73,610 at the entry level to $134,220 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Virginia pay compare to the national average?
Virginia pays Genetic Counselors about 0% more than the national median of $100,040. Virginia ranks 13th out of 28 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Virginia a good state for Genetic Counselors?
Yes on pay — Virginia pays above the national median for this occupation, at $99,960 a year. About 100 Genetic Counselors are employed in Virginia. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Virginia?
The highest-paying occupations in Virginia include Anesthesiologist ($488,310), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($478,710), Cardiologist ($461,450), 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.