DOL Median (Illinois)
$63,800
vs National
-14.9%
National: $75,000BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$69,122
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$63,800
-14.9% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$75,000
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Genetic Counselors in Illinois earns $63,800 in nominal terms, which is 14.9% below the national average of $75,000. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 92.3 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $69,122 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Illinois
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| REPRODUCTIVE GENETIC INNOVATIONS, LLC | $90,000 | 3 |
| The University of Chicago | $67,600 | 1 |
| REPRODUCTIVE GENETICS INSTITUTE | $60,000 | 1 |
| Northwestern Memorial HealthCare | $51,064 | 2 |
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How much does a Genetic Counselors make in Illinois?
The median Genetic Counselors salary in Illinois is $63,800 based on 4 DOL filings.
Is Illinois a good place to work as a Genetic Counselors?
A Genetic Counselors in Illinois earns 14.9% less than the national median of $75,000, or $69,122 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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