Genetic Counselor
Salary surveys & compensation benchmarks
2 compensation survey reports publish salary benchmarks for Genetic Counselor. Compare what each vendor covers and pick the right one for your organization.
Responsible for the development and implementation of genetic counseling services. Reviews patient information, evaluates family history, conducts risk assessment and recommends medical or genetic testing based on analysis. Provides crisis intervention and psychosocial counseling as necessary. Requires a Master's degree in genetic counseling and certification from the American Board of Genetic…
Reports covering Genetic Counselor
Genetic Counselor salary survey FAQ
- Which compensation surveys cover Genetic Counselor pay?
- 2 surveys publish Genetic Counselor benchmarks, including data from Mercer. The full list is on this page; click into any one for scope, methodology, and pricing.
- How does Genetic Counselor pay vary by industry and geography?
- Compensation for Genetic Counselor varies by industry, region, company size, and revenue. Most surveys above publish cuts on those dimensions. Industry-specific surveys (healthcare, tech, financial services, etc.) typically report meaningfully different ranges than cross-industry surveys for the same role.
- What is the typical salary range for Genetic Counselor?
- CompShop is a directory of compensation-survey publishers, not a salary aggregator. Actual Genetic Counselor ranges live in the surveys listed on this page. Most publishers report 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile salary data plus total cash compensation.
- How often should I refresh Genetic Counselor pay benchmarks?
- Annually is the standard cadence for primary roles. Survey data older than two years is generally too stale for setting current pay ranges, especially in hot segments. Most publishers above release annual editions; a few offer semi-annual updates for fast-moving markets.