Dietitians and Nutritionists pay in Missouri
In Missouri, the median pay for dietitians and nutritionists is $31.47 an hour ($65,450 a year). About 1,700 people work in this job there.
That is 14% lower than the U.S. median ($76,400). Missouri ranks 45th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dietitians and nutritionists in Missouri
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.14 | $43,980 |
| 25% of workers | $27.90 | $58,030 |
| Half of workers (median) | $31.47 | $65,450 |
| 75% of workers | $36.95 | $76,860 |
| 90% of workers | $41.30 | $85,900 |
Dietitians and Nutritionists pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis | $70,360 | 700 |
| Kansas City | $69,820 | 550 |
| Columbia | $66,640 | 70 |
| St. Joseph | $64,060 | 40 |
| Springfield | $63,470 | 150 |
| Jefferson City | $62,490 | 50 |
| Cape Girardeau | $60,200 | 40 |
| Joplin | $58,610 | 50 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (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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