How much does a dietitian and nutritionist make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for dietitian and nutritionists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $39.30 an hour or $6,813 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.30
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among cities
- 33 of 280
- Jobs in the area
- 1,220
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,990 | $28.84 | |
| 25th | $76,330 | $36.70 | |
| Median | $81,750 | $39.30 | |
| 75th | $95,460 | $45.89 | |
| 90th | $111,200 | $53.46 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for dietitian and nutritionists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Radiologist | $443,000 |
| Anesthesiologist | $397,200 |
| Dermatologist | $330,000 |
| Cardiologist | $253,600 |
| Orthodontist | $248,100 |
| Psychiatrist | $247,000 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $239,200 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $239,200 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $239,200 |
| Physician | $237,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dietitian and nutritionist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $39.30 ($81,750 a year).
Do dietitian and nutritionists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $81,750 against $76,400 nationally, 7% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $82,150, so Washington pays 0% more.
Where does Washington rank for dietitian and nutritionist pay?
33 of 280 metro areas with data.
How much does a dietitian and nutritionist make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $59,990 or less a year; the top 10% make $111,200 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.