Dietetic Technicians Salary in U.S. (2024)
The median pay for a dietetic technicians in U.S. is $37,040/year ($17.81/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $28K at the entry level to $53K for experienced workers.
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AffordMap analysis of BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024
So what does $37K get you in U.S.?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.
Entry-level dietetic technicians (10th percentile) start around $28K. Mid-career wages sit at $37K.Top earners bring in $53K or more - a $25K spread from bottom to top.
Dietetic Technicians pay across states
Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure
| State | Median salary | vs. national | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon | $53K | +43% | 70 |
| New York | $48K | +30% | 1,720 |
| New Hampshire | $47K | +28% | 50 |
| District of Columbia | $46K | +24% | 120 |
| Minnesota | $45K | +23% | 170 |
| Washington | $45K | +22% | 370 |
| Vermont | $44K | +18% | 40 |
| California | $43K | +17% | 6,120 |
| Maine | $43K | +15% | 30 |
| Hawaii | $43K | +15% | 130 |
| Arizona | $42K | +13% | 520 |
| Illinois | $41K | +12% | 510 |
| Rhode Island | $41K | +10% | 40 |
| Delaware | $40K | +8% | 120 |
| Ohio | $39K | +6% | 710 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do dietetic technicians make in U.S.?
The median is $37,040 a year - that works out to about $17.81 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $28,280, and experienced dietetic technicians can clear $53,440. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $37K enough to live in U.S.?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,650/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 53.3% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb - housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a dietetic technicians salary go in U.S.?
U.S. has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median dietetic technicians salary is worth about $37,040 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do dietetic technicians get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.