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Dietitians and Nutritionists

Median Salary
69,680
Job Outlook
+7%
In-Demand

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease. May supervise activities of a department providing quantity food services, counsel individuals, or conduct nutritional research.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

47%

Private not for profit

23%

State and local government

17%

Self-employed

10%

Federal Government

4%

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What is the job outlook?

Employment of dietitians and nutritionists is projected to grow 7 percent from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations. About 6,100 openings for dietitians and nutritionists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$40,010

10%

$69,680

Median

$84,690

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Post baccalaureate

    53%

  • Master's degree

    33%

  • Bachelor's degree

    10%

  • Associate's degree

    3%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Clinical Nutrition/Nutritionist
  • Human Nutrition
  • Nutrition Sciences
  • Dietetics/Dietitian
  • Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General
  • Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services, Other
  • Foodservice Systems Administration/Management
  • Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services, Other

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    High

  • Leadership

    High

  • Math and Science Skills

    High

  • Technology Design and Control

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Education and Training
  • Therapy and Counseling
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Psychology
  • Biology

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Time Pressure

    Mid

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Level Of Competition

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

  • Decision Making

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

Investigative

You love figuring out how things work and researching subjects that interest you.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.