There are currently an estimated 3,500 genetic counselors in the United States. The genetic counselor job market is expected to grow by 14.3% between 2022 and 2032.
How employable are genetic counselors?
CareerExplorer rates genetic counselors with a D employability rating, meaning this career should provide weak employment opportunities for the foreseeable future. Over the next 10 years, it is expected the US will need 3,200 genetic counselors. That number is based on 500 additional genetic counselors, and the retirement of 2,700 existing 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 |
| New Jersey | 70 |
| Virginia | 70 |
| Wisconsin | 60 |
| Arizona | 60 |
| Michigan | 50 |
| Maryland | 50 |
| Indiana | 50 |
| Utah | 50 |
| Illinois | 50 |
| Oregon | 40 |
| Tennessee | 40 |
| Missouri | 40 |
| Colorado | 30 |