SOC 29-9092
Genetic Counselors
Risk Score
⚠️31/100
Moderate
US Employment
👥3,510
Total workers
Median Wage
💰$99K
$79K – $138K
Projected Growth
📈+9.3%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
🤖84/100
High exposure
💡 Genetic Counselors face a risk score of 31/100 — 13 points below the national average of 44. With 84/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology →
💡 Workers in this field earn $99K ($53K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths →
🔍 AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 31/100, Genetic Counselors faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like ai clinical decision-support tools guiding treatment are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 3,510 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in empathetic patient communication and bedside manner and complex clinical judgment in ambiguous presentations to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Genetic Counselors?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths →
⚠️ Top Risk Factors
AI clinical decision-support tools guiding treatment
Telehealth platforms automating triage and intake
AI-generated written content replacing manual drafting
🛡️ Tasks Safe from Automation
Empathetic patient communication and bedside manner
Complex clinical judgment in ambiguous presentations
Hands-on physical examination and procedures
Interdisciplinary care coordination
📊 vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
🔄 Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dentists, All Other Specialists | 13 | $226K | 81% |
| Dentists, General | 24 | $173K | 74% |
| Podiatrists | 28 | $153K | 81% |