How much does a dietitian and nutritionist make in Richmond?
$78,900a year
Median yearly pay for dietitian and nutritionists in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $37.93 an hour or $6,575 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.93
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 53 of 280
- Jobs in the area
- 250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,810Median: $78,900Highest 10%: $98,740
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,810 | $21.54 | |
| 25th | $61,910 | $29.76 | |
| Median | $78,900 | $37.93 | |
| 75th | $86,580 | $41.63 | |
| 90th | $98,740 | $47.47 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for dietitian and nutritionists.
| Washington, DC | $81,750 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $76,600 |
| Roanoke, VA | $69,780 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Cardiologist | $450,500 |
| Psychiatrist | $290,900 |
| Physician | $284,100 |
| Surgeon | $259,300 |
| Physician | $240,200 |
| Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon | $239,200 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $235,300 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $224,200 |
| Dentist | $218,900 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $208,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dietitian and nutritionist make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $37.93 ($78,900 a year).
Do dietitian and nutritionists make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $78,900 against $76,400 nationally, 3% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $77,380, so Richmond pays 2% more.
Where does Richmond rank for dietitian and nutritionist pay?
53 of 280 metro areas with data.
How much does a dietitian and nutritionist make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $44,810 or less a year; the top 10% make $98,740 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.