Genetic Counselor Jobs in California
Across 8 live Genetic Counselor listings in California, median advertised pay is $97K (75th percentile $153K), based on the 7 that state a salary; California ranks 1st of 14 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois (2), Blue Shield of California (1), Cedars-Sinai (1).
8+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 22, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 7 roles pay ~$97k median with 7.2/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Salary Distribution
7 jobs · 6 employersAnnual compensation range
Work-Life Balance Distribution
7 jobs · 6 employersHigher = better work-life balance
Genetic Counselor II - Guerin Children's - Center for Genomic Medicine - Full-Time, Hybrid
Genetic Counselor
Blue Shield of CaliforniaEmployer score · SilverCalifornia
Genetic Counselor Assistant, Cancer Center
Stanford Health CareEmployer score · SilverStanford, CA
Genetic Counselor
Mercyhealth Wisconsin and IllinoisRiverside, CA
Genetic Counselor Assistant
Stanford Medicine Children's HealthPalo Alto, CA
Genetic Counselor 1
Mercyhealth Wisconsin and IllinoisRiverside, CA
Genetic Counselor Pay in California: Live Market and State Comparison
Live genetic counselor listings in California today, then California against neighboring states and the top payers over the last 12 months of our own postings — so every state is measured alike. Not a salary survey.
- Live listings
- 8
- Live median
- $97k
- 75th $153k · n=7
- 12-mo median
- $119k
- Pay rank
- #1 of 14
- Work-life
- 6.0/10 · #5
- 12-mo postings
- 33
Genetic Counselor roles in California advertise $22k above the $97k median across the 14 states we can measure.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs CA | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California (this page) | $119k | — | 6.0/10 | 33 |
| Washington#2 | $115k | −$4k | 4.9/10 | 13 |
| Oregonborders | $111k | −$8k | 5.6/10 | 13 |
| Utah#4 | $105k | −$14k | 6.4/10 | 6 |
| New York#5 | $102k | −$17k | 5.5/10 | 24 |
| Minnesota#6 | $102k | −$17k | 6.6/10 | 14 |
| Virginia#7 | $101k | −$18k | 4.9/10 | 7 |
| North Carolina#8 | $94k | −$25k | 6.8/10 | 21 |
“borders” = shares a border with California; “#n” = national pay rank among the 14 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 22, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Top-rated employers hiring:
- BetterHelp (gold, 96/100), Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Hiaah (gold, 95/100) (Top Employers work-life index)
A few things worth knowing
About Genetic Counselor jobs in California.
How much do genetic counselor earn in California?
A reliable salary estimate is unavailable for this sample of genetic counselor. Compensation varies by role, specialty, location, and schedule. Compare employer-posted pay where disclosed, including its currency and pay period; missing pay is not estimated.
Are there remote or hybrid genetic counselor jobs available?
Yes — about 25% of current genetic counselor listings offer remote or hybrid work. You can filter for telehealth and work-from-home options, and every listing shows its remote status before you apply.
Which genetic counselor jobs have the best work-life balance?
Every genetic counselor role on WeekdayDoc is scored for burnout risk using call schedule, weekend and night requirements, and remote flexibility. Among current listings, 25% with no weekends. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring genetic counselor in California right now?
Employers currently hiring for genetic counselor roles include Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois, City of Hope, Cedars-Sinai, UCSF, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many genetic counselor jobs in California are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 8 genetic counselor positions in California listed, with new roles added as employers post them. Job descriptions are public. Verified sign-in with Google or email gives free access to regular Apply, full search, and standard Market Insights. Saved jobs, My Search, and the dashboard also require verified sign-in. Eligible featured employer listings allow Apply without signup or email. Basic calculators are public and free; optional AI contract analysis, RVU Billing Optimizer, and Schedule Optimizer reports remain paid.
Employers hiring now
Organizations with the most openings in Genetic Counselor Jobs in California
- Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois2 open roles here · WLB 14/100
Blue Shield of California1 open role here · WLB 98/100
City of Hope1 open role here · WLB 66/100Stanford Health Care1 open role here · WLB 68/100
- Stanford Medicine Children's Health1 open role here · WLB 60/100
UCSF1 open role here · WLB 58/100