Salary distribution
Where Arizona dietitians and nutritionists fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $58,920 and $79,680, with a median of $65,330.
Dietitians and Nutritionists pay by experience level in Arizona
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Arizona over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
Internship/residency
On-the-job training
Internship/residency
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.4 / 5
Biology
Knowledge
- 4.3 / 5
Medicine and Dentistry
Knowledge
- 4.1 / 5
English Language
Knowledge
- 4.1 / 5
Therapy and Counseling
Knowledge
- 4.0 / 5
Speaking
Basic skill
- 4.0 / 5
Reading Comprehension
Basic skill
- 4.0 / 5
Critical Thinking
Cross-functional
- 4.0 / 5
Judgment and Decision Making
Technical
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Assess nutritional needs, diet restrictions, and current health plans to develop and implement dietary-care plans and provide nutritional counseling.
- 02
Evaluate laboratory tests in preparing nutrition recommendations.
- 03
Counsel individuals and groups on basic rules of good nutrition, healthy eating habits, and nutrition monitoring to improve their quality of life.
- 04
Advise patients and their families on nutritional principles, dietary plans, diet modifications, and food selection and preparation.
- 05
Incorporate patient cultural, ethnic, or religious preferences and needs in the development of nutrition plans.
- 06
Consult with physicians and health care personnel to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of patient or client.
- 07
Record and evaluate patient and family health and food history, including symptoms, environmental toxic exposure, allergies, medication factors, and preventive health-care measures.
- 08
Develop recipes and menus to address special nutrition needs, such as low glycemic, low histamine, or gluten- or allergen-free.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+5.5%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Growing faster than average
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Dietitians and Nutritionists in Arizona?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Dietitians and Nutritionists in Arizona is $65,330.
- How does Arizona compare to the national median for Dietitians and Nutritionists?
- The Arizona median is -11.2% versus the BLS national figure of $73,584.
- What is the salary range for Dietitians and Nutritionists in Arizona?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $42,370 and the 90th-percentile at $89,630, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Dietitians and Nutritionists a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 5.5% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Dietitians and Nutritionists?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.