How much does a dietitian and nutritionist make in Portland?
$85,860a year
Median yearly pay for dietitian and nutritionists in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area. That is $41.28 an hour or $7,155 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.28
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among cities
- 28 of 280
- Jobs in the area
- 420
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,830Median: $85,860Highest 10%: $106,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,830 | $31.65 | |
| 25th | $72,680 | $34.94 | |
| Median | $85,860 | $41.28 | |
| 75th | $100,200 | $48.15 | |
| 90th | $106,500 | $51.20 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for dietitian and nutritionists.
| Salem, OR | $89,220 |
| Bend, OR | $75,350 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $524,400 |
| Neurologist | $337,800 |
| Physician | $333,900 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $286,200 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $269,700 |
| Dentist | $249,600 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $246,100 |
| Anesthesiologist | $239,200 |
| Cardiologist | $239,200 |
| Dermatologist | $239,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dietitian and nutritionist make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area is $41.28 ($85,860 a year).
Do dietitian and nutritionists make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $85,860 against $76,400 nationally, 12% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $84,180, so Portland pays 2% more.
Where does Portland rank for dietitian and nutritionist pay?
28 of 280 metro areas with data.
How much does a dietitian and nutritionist make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $65,830 or less a year; the top 10% make $106,500 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.