Dietitians and Nutritionists pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for dietitians and nutritionists is $32.51 an hour ($67,620 a year). About 1,230 people work in this job there.
That is 11% lower than the U.S. median ($76,400). Tennessee ranks 37th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dietitians and nutritionists in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.64 | $40,860 |
| 25% of workers | $27.78 | $57,780 |
| Half of workers (median) | $32.51 | $67,620 |
| 75% of workers | $37.44 | $77,880 |
| 90% of workers | $43.37 | $90,200 |
Dietitians and Nutritionists pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $74,110 | 440 |
| Memphis | $72,310 | 210 |
| Johnson City | $70,150 | 60 |
| Clarksville | $68,920 | 30 |
| Knoxville | $66,330 | 130 |
| Chattanooga | $64,700 | 160 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $64,410 | 30 |
| Jackson | $58,620 | 40 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (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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