Genetics Nurse Practitioner Salary in the United States

How much does a Genetics Nurse Practitioner make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Genetics Nurse Practitioner in the United States is $119,797 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

However, a Genetics Nurse Practitioner's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $135,102
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $113,478 to $127,808
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $107,725

Key Factors That Influence Genetics Nurse Practitioner Salaries

A Genetics Nurse Practitioner's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Genetics Nurse Practitioner Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Genetics Nurse Practitioner's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $116,040
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $116,515
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $117,179
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $118,350
  • Expert (over 8 years): $120,576
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Genetics Nurse Practitioner less than 1 year $116,040
Early Career Level Genetics Nurse Practitioner 1-2 years $116,515
Mid-Level Level Genetics Nurse Practitioner 2-4 years $117,179
Senior-Level Level Genetics Nurse Practitioner 5-8 years $118,350
Expert Level Genetics Nurse Practitioner over 8 years $120,576

Top Paying Cities for Genetics Nurse Practitioner

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $151,100
  • San Francisco: $149,446
  • Oakland: $146,296

Genetics Nurse Practitioner Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Genetics Nurse Practitioner roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Genetics Nurse Practitioner positions in Edu., Government & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Genetics Nurse Practitioner as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Genetics Nurse Practitioner

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare $131,777 $63.0 10%

Genetics Nurse Practitioner Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Genetics Nurse Practitioner's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$113,478
Average $119,797/year
$127,808
$9,457
Average $9,983/month
$10,651
$2,182
Average $2,304/week
$2,458
$55
Average $58/hour
$61
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $127,808 $10,651 $2,458 $61
Average $119,797 $9,983 $2,304 $58
25th Percentile $113,478 $9,457 $2,182 $55

Most common benefits for Genetics Nurse Practitioner

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Genetics Nurse Practitioner

Here are companies hiring for Genetics Nurse Practitioner and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Genetics Nurse Practitioner Job

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FAQ about Genetics Nurse Practitioner

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Genetics Nurse Practitioner?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Genetics Nurse Practitioner roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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