How much does a dietitian and nutritionist make in Springfield?
$63,470a year
Median yearly pay for dietitian and nutritionists in the Springfield, MO metro area. That is $30.51 an hour or $5,289 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.51
- Vs. national median
- -17%
- Rank among cities
- 245 of 280
- Jobs in the area
- 150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,600Median: $63,470Highest 10%: $86,120
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,600 | $18.08 | |
| 25th | $52,650 | $25.31 | |
| Median | $63,470 | $30.51 | |
| 75th | $74,180 | $35.66 | |
| 90th | $86,120 | $41.40 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for dietitian and nutritionists.
| St. Louis, MO | $70,360 |
| Kansas City, MO | $69,820 |
| Columbia, MO | $66,640 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $62,490 |
| Joplin, MO | $58,610 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $869,500 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $354,800 |
| Physician | $300,000 |
| Dentist | $214,100 |
| Optometrist | $138,200 |
| Pharmacist | $135,000 |
| Physician Assistant | $129,300 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $125,600 |
| Veterinarian | $102,700 |
| Physical Therapist | $97,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dietitian and nutritionist make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MO metro area is $30.51 ($63,470 a year).
Do dietitian and nutritionists make more in Springfield than the national average?
No: $63,470 against $76,400 nationally, 17% less.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $65,450, so Springfield pays 3% less.
Where does Springfield rank for dietitian and nutritionist pay?
245 of 280 metro areas with data.
How much does a dietitian and nutritionist make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,600 or less a year; the top 10% make $86,120 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.