How much does a dietitian and nutritionist make in Atlanta?
$77,710a year
Median yearly pay for dietitian and nutritionists in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. That is $37.36 an hour or $6,476 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.36
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 61 of 280
- Jobs in the area
- 1,050
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $53,860Median: $77,710Highest 10%: $97,420
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,860 | $25.89 | |
| 25th | $65,070 | $31.28 | |
| Median | $77,710 | $37.36 | |
| 75th | $85,050 | $40.89 | |
| 90th | $97,420 | $46.84 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for dietitian and nutritionists.
| Macon, GA | $73,720 |
| Augusta, GA | $73,280 |
| Albany, GA | $71,870 |
| Columbus, GA | $69,840 |
| Gainesville, GA | $67,510 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $64,700 |
| Savannah, GA | $63,850 |
| Athens, GA | $61,370 |
Related jobs in Atlanta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Surgeon | $529,100 |
| Ophthalmologist | $412,900 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $354,000 |
| Dermatologist | $284,600 |
| Psychiatrist | $277,000 |
| Physician | $275,100 |
| Physician | $270,000 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $263,800 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $259,300 |
| Cardiologist | $239,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dietitian and nutritionist make an hour in Atlanta?
The median hourly pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area is $37.36 ($77,710 a year).
Do dietitian and nutritionists make more in Atlanta than the national average?
Yes: $77,710 against $76,400 nationally, 2% more.
How does Atlanta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $73,200, so Atlanta pays 6% more.
Where does Atlanta rank for dietitian and nutritionist pay?
61 of 280 metro areas with data.
How much does a dietitian and nutritionist make starting out in Atlanta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $53,860 or less a year; the top 10% make $97,420 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.