There are currently an estimated 3,100 genetic counselors in the United States. The genetic counselor job market is expected to grow by 29.0% between 2016 and 2026.

How employable are genetic counselors?

What’s the supply of genetic counselors?

The genetic counselor industry is concentrated in California, New York, Massachusetts

Genetic Counselor job market by state

State Name Employed Genetic Counselors
California 510
New York 230
Massachusetts 170
Ohio 110
Minnesota 110
Texas 100
North Carolina 90
Florida 90
Washington 80
Virginia 70
New Jersey 70
Wisconsin 60
Arizona 60
Michigan 50
Maryland 50
Indiana 50
Utah 50
Illinois 50
Oregon 40
Tennessee 40
Missouri 40
Colorado 30