How much does a dietitian and nutritionist make in Maryland?
$77,800a year
Median yearly pay for dietitian and nutritionists in Maryland. That is $37.40 an hour or $6,483 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.40
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,470Median: $77,800Highest 10%: $100,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,470 | $29.55 | |
| 25th | $70,490 | $33.89 | |
| Median | $77,800 | $37.40 | |
| 75th | $86,900 | $41.78 | |
| 90th | $100,900 | $48.51 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $81,750 |
| Hagerstown, MD | $80,920 |
| Baltimore, MD | $75,970 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $74,860 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dietitian and nutritionists.
| 9. Hawaii | $81,920 |
| 10. Connecticut | $80,600 |
| 11. Delaware | $78,060 |
| 12. Maryland | $77,800 |
| 13. Minnesota | $77,540 |
| 14. Vermont | $77,450 |
| 15. Virginia | $77,380 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dietitian and nutritionist make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $37.40 ($77,800 a year).
Do dietitian and nutritionists make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $77,800 against $76,400 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Maryland rank for dietitian and nutritionist pay?
Maryland ranks 12 of 51 states.
Which city in Maryland pays dietitian and nutritionists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $81,750 a year.
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.