How much does a dietitian and nutritionist make in Salem?
$89,220a year
Median yearly pay for dietitian and nutritionists in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $42.89 an hour or $7,435 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.89
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among cities
- 24 of 280
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $72,290Median: $89,220Highest 10%: $103,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $72,290 | $34.75 | |
| 25th | $80,040 | $38.48 | |
| Median | $89,220 | $42.89 | |
| 75th | $103,500 | $49.78 | |
| 90th | $103,700 | $49.84 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for dietitian and nutritionists.
| Portland, OR | $85,860 |
| Bend, OR | $75,350 |
Related jobs in Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physician | $374,000 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $295,200 |
| Pediatrician | $256,700 |
| Psychiatrist | $239,200 |
| Dentist | $212,300 |
| Pharmacist | $169,200 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $162,600 |
| Physician Assistant | $144,200 |
| Optometrist | $134,600 |
| Registered Nurse | $131,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dietitian and nutritionist make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $42.89 ($89,220 a year).
Do dietitian and nutritionists make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $89,220 against $76,400 nationally, 17% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $84,180, so Salem pays 6% more.
Where does Salem rank for dietitian and nutritionist pay?
24 of 280 metro areas with data.
How much does a dietitian and nutritionist make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $72,290 or less a year; the top 10% make $103,700 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.