Dietitians and Nutritionists pay in North Carolina
In North Carolina, the median pay for dietitians and nutritionists is $32.48 an hour ($67,560 a year). About 2,780 people work in this job there.
That is 12% lower than the U.S. median ($76,400). North Carolina ranks 38th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dietitians and nutritionists in North Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.52 | $48,910 |
| 25% of workers | $28.73 | $59,770 |
| Half of workers (median) | $32.48 | $67,560 |
| 75% of workers | $37.83 | $78,690 |
| 90% of workers | $42.72 | $88,860 |
Dietitians and Nutritionists pay in North Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville | $77,210 | 130 |
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia | $74,930 | 680 |
| Durham-Chapel Hill | $74,630 | 340 |
| Asheville | $74,380 | 130 |
| Raleigh-Cary | $69,210 | 400 |
| Goldsboro | $67,270 | 30 |
| Greenville | $66,410 | 130 |
| Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton | $64,460 | 80 |
| Greensboro-High Point | $63,910 | 130 |
| Winston-Salem | $63,910 | 180 |
| Wilmington | $62,080 | 160 |
North Carolina 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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|---|---|
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| Nurse Practitioners | $128,990 |
| Health Education Specialists | $58,080 |
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| Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All Other | $117,210 |
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