Dietitians and Nutritionists Salary (2025)
Based on 77,570 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $49,090 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $63,080 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $76,400 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $89,340 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $103,720 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$49K
25th
$63K
Median
$76K
75th
$89K
90th
$104K
Highest Paying States for Dietitians and Nutritionists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $98,780 |
| Alaska | $87,810 |
| New Jersey | $87,460 |
| Oregon | $86,210 |
| Washington | $85,170 |
| New York | $84,760 |
| District of Columbia | $84,530 |
| Hawaii | $84,050 |
| Arkansas | $83,050 |
| Massachusetts | $82,390 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Dietitians and Nutritionists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $98,780 per year, while Massachusetts has an average of $82,390 — a difference of $16,390. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Dietitians and Nutritionists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 77,570 workers were employed as Dietitians and Nutritionistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations. The annual mean wage of $77,130 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 29-1031