Dietitians and Nutritionists pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for dietitians and nutritionists is $34.95 an hour ($72,690 a year). About 630 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($76,400). Iowa ranks 24th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dietitians and nutritionists in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $24.39 | $50,720 |
| 25% of workers | $30.27 | $62,960 |
| Half of workers (median) | $34.95 | $72,690 |
| 75% of workers | $38.51 | $80,100 |
| 90% of workers | $44.68 | $92,940 |
Dietitians and Nutritionists pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Rapids | $75,200 | 40 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $74,010 | 30 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $73,720 | 40 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $65,820 | 210 |
| Iowa City | $65,420 | 70 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for dietitians and nutritionists
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Internship/residency (BLS)
- Job outlook: +7.7% over ten years, faster than average · about 5,700 openings a year (BLS)
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