Washington Median
$102,920
per year
Hourly Rate
$49.48
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+3% vs US median
US median $100,040
State Rank
#6 of 28
100 employed here
How much does a Genetic Counselor make in Washington?
Genetic Counselors in Washington take home a median of $102,920 annually — roughly $49.48 an hour — which runs 3% above the national median of $100,040.
Within Washington, entry-level pay starts around $65,470 while the top 10% make $133,410 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $98,910 and $127,630 a year.
Genetic Counselor salary range in Washington
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $65,470 | $31.48 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $98,910 | $47.55 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $102,920 | $49.48 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $127,630 | $61.36 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $133,410 | $64.14 |
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How Washington compares
Washington ranks 6th 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 $106,010Arizona $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 Washington
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 Washington pay ($102,920) 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 Washington?
The median Genetic Counselor salary in Washington is $102,920 per year, or about $49.48 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $65,470 at the entry level to $133,410 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Washington pay compare to the national average?
Washington pays Genetic Counselors about 3% more than the national median of $100,040. Washington ranks 6th out of 28 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Washington a good state for Genetic Counselors?
Yes on pay — Washington pays above the national median for this occupation, at $102,920 a year. About 100 Genetic Counselors are employed in Washington. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Washington?
The highest-paying occupations in Washington include Cardiologist ($656,330), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($553,310), Dermatologist ($526,170), 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.