Prenatal genetic counselor demographics and statistics in the US
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Prenatal genetic counselor demographics by:
Prenatal genetic counselor gender statistics
96.6% of prenatal genetic counselors are women and 3.4% of prenatal genetic counselors are men.
- Female, 96.6%
- Male, 3.4%
Prenatal genetic counselor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 96.6% |
| Male | 3.4% |
Prenatal genetic counselor gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$57,598
Female income
$56,239
Prenatal genetic counselor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in prenatal genetic counselor positions over time. Currently, 96.6% of prenatal genetic counselors are female.
Prenatal genetic counselor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.78% | 92.22% |
| 2011 | 7.62% | 92.38% |
| 2012 | 8.30% | 91.70% |
| 2013 | 9.51% | 90.49% |
| 2014 | 7.66% | 92.34% |
| 2015 | 7.26% | 92.74% |
| 2016 | 6.48% | 93.52% |
| 2017 | 5.47% | 94.53% |
| 2018 | 3.38% | 96.62% |
| 2019 | 3.01% | 96.99% |
| 2020 | 2.79% | 97.21% |
| 2021 | 3.45% | 96.55% |
Prenatal genetic counselor related jobs gender ratio
We compared prenatal genetic counselors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, certified industrial hygienist and chief safety officer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Prenatal Genetic Counselor | 3% | 97% |
| Staff Midwife | 7% | 93% |
| Genetic Counselor | 12% | 88% |
| Construction Safety Consultant | 91% | 9% |
| Chief Safety Officer | 91% | 9% |
| Certified Industrial Hygienist | 96% | 4% |
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Prenatal genetic counselor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among prenatal genetic counselors is White, which makes up 69.4% of all prenatal genetic counselors. Comparatively, 11.2% of prenatal genetic counselors are Hispanic or Latino and 7.6% of prenatal genetic counselors are Asian.
- White, 69.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 11.2%
- Asian, 7.6%
- Black or African American, 6.5%
- Unknown, 3.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.5%
Prenatal genetic counselor race
| Prenatal genetic counselor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 69.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 11.2% |
| Asian | 7.6% |
| Black or African American | 6.5% |
| Unknown | 3.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.5% |
Prenatal genetic counselor race and ethnicity over time
See how prenatal genetic counselor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Prenatal genetic counselor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 79.75% | 6.47% | 3.65% | 7.20% |
| 2011 | 76.38% | 9.24% | 3.17% | 8.50% |
| 2012 | 77.00% | 8.73% | 3.29% | 8.11% |
| 2013 | 75.94% | 8.35% | 4.04% | 8.35% |
| 2014 | 76.68% | 8.30% | 3.67% | 8.21% |
| 2015 | 78.15% | 8.02% | 4.25% | 6.81% |
| 2016 | 77.83% | 7.35% | 4.49% | 8.45% |
| 2017 | 73.08% | 10.34% | 5.65% | 7.57% |
| 2018 | 73.77% | 8.74% | 5.02% | 9.95% |
| 2019 | 76.93% | 7.81% | 4.91% | 7.63% |
| 2020 | 73.66% | 7.07% | 4.79% | 9.35% |
| 2021 | 69.42% | 6.46% | 7.60% | 11.20% |
Prenatal genetic counselor wage gap by race
According to our data, asian prenatal genetic counselors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. White prenatal genetic counselors have the lowest average salary at $54,585.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $58,202 |
| White | $54,585 |
| Black or African American | $56,559 |
| Asian | $59,622 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $59,174 |
Average prenatal genetic counselor age
See how the average age of prenatal genetic counselors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Prenatal genetic counselor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | 41 |
| Unknown | 40 | |
| Asian | 32 | 43.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 35 | 41 |
| White | 37 | 38 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 46 |
Prenatal genetic counselor age breakdown
The average age of prenatal genetic counselors is 40+ years years old, representing 47% of the prenatal genetic counselor population.
Prenatal genetic counselor age breakdown
| Prenatal Genetic Counselor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 47% |
| 30-40 years | 34% |
| 20-30 years | 19% |
Prenatal genetic counselor educational attainment
The most common degree for prenatal genetic counselors is bachelor's degree, with 57% of prenatal genetic counselors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 39% and master's degree degree at 4%.
- Bachelor's, 57%
- Master's, 39%
- Associate, 4%
Prenatal genetic counselors by degree level
| Prenatal genetic counselor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 57% |
| Master's | 39% |
| Associate | 4% |
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Prenatal genetic counselor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, prenatal genetic counselors with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $67,604 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, prenatal genetic counselors earn a median annual income of $58,109 compared to $51,377 for prenatal genetic counselors with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $67,604 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $58,109 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $51,377 |
Prenatal genetic counselor turnover and employment statistics
Prenatal genetic counselor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for prenatal genetic counselors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Prenatal genetic counselor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Prenatal genetic counselor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.00% |
| 2011 | 4.18% |
| 2012 | 5.08% |
| 2013 | 4.21% |
| 2014 | 2.96% |
| 2015 | 2.44% |
| 2016 | 2.78% |
| 2017 | 2.65% |
| 2018 | 1.74% |
| 2019 | 1.91% |
| 2020 | 2.85% |
| 2021 | 3.60% |
Average prenatal genetic counselor tenure
The average prenatal genetic counselor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 28 prenatal genetic counselors resumes in Zippia's database.
Prenatal genetic counselor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 12% |
| 1-2 years | 50% |
| 3-4 years | 6% |
| 5-7 years | 9% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 18% |
Prenatal genetic counselor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of prenatal genetic counselors that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist In Charge | 5.03% | 55,466 |
| Medical Records Technician | 8.20% | 67,660 |
| Director Employee Safety And Health | 9.57% | 68,901 |
| Prenatal Genetic Counselor | 10.20% | - |
| Surgical Technician | 10.59% | 70,920 |
| Optometrist | 13.47% | 20,993 |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologist | 23.99% | 56,975 |
Similar prenatal genetic counselor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist In Charge | 5.03% | 55,466 |
| Medical Records Technician | 8.20% | 67,660 |
| Director Employee Safety And Health | 9.57% | 68,901 |
| Surgical Technician | 10.59% | 70,920 |
| Optometrist | 13.47% | 20,993 |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologist | 23.99% | 56,975 |
Foreign languages spoken by prenatal genetic counselors
The most common foreign language among prenatal genetic counselors is Tagalog at 40.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Spanish at 40.0% and German is the third-most popular at 20.0%.
- Tagalog, 40.0%
- Spanish, 40.0%
- German, 20.0%
Prenatal genetic counselor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Tagalog | 40.0% |
| Spanish | 40.0% |
| German | 20.0% |