Salary distribution
Where California 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 $78,250 and $105,750, with a median of $93,640.
Dietitians and Nutritionists in California: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 31 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $81,348. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 8 | $78,270 |
| Level II — qualified | 7 | $87,912 |
| Level III — experienced | 3 | $98,280 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 3 | $95,576 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Dietitians and Nutritionists in California. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation | Registered Dietitian, Correctional Facility | 5 | $78,984 |
| Nutrition Therapy Essentials Inc | Registered Dietitian Nutritionist | 4 | $84,635 |
| Southern California Specialty Care, LLC | Registered Dietitian | 2 | $76,794 |
| Doctor Azad, Medical Corporation | Nutritionist/Patient Educator | 2 | $83,200 |
| Jennifer Byrd, R.D. and Associates | Registered Dietitian | 1 | $97,760 |
| Cedars-Sinai Medical Center | Clinical Dietitian | 1 | $63,356 |
| Community Resource Project, Inc. | WIC Dietitian I | 1 | $79,373 |
| Children's Hospital Los Angeles | Clinical Dietitian II | 1 | $67,995 |
| Laguna Beach Community Clinic, Inc. | Registered Dietitian | 1 | $98,280 |
| AltaMed Health Services Corporation | Registered Dietitian “ PACE | 1 | $88,920 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Registered Dietitian at Jennifer Byrd, R.D. and Associates$97,760North HollywoodDecided Dec 19, 2025I-200-25346-480287
- Registered Dietitian at Southern California Specialty Care, LLC$80,787Santa AnaDecided Dec 2, 2025I-202-25328-434082
- Clinical Dietitian at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center$63,356Los AngelesDecided Dec 1, 2025I-200-25325-430469
- WIC Dietitian I at Community Resource Project, Inc.$79,373Citrus HeightsDecided Nov 7, 2025I-200-25273-350318
- Clinical Dietitian II at Children's Hospital Los Angeles$67,995Los AngelesDecided Nov 5, 2025I-200-25269-337008
- Registered Dietitian, Correctional Facility at California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation$78,908VacavilleDecided Sep 12, 2025I-200-25248-289587
- Registered Dietitian at Laguna Beach Community Clinic, Inc.$98,280Laguna BeachWage Level IIIDecided Sep 10, 2025I-200-25246-283622
- Registered Dietitian “ PACE at AltaMed Health Services Corporation$88,920El MonteWage Level IIIDecided Sep 2, 2025I-200-25237-265071
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
Dietitians and Nutritionists pay by experience level in California
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.
Dietitians and Nutritionists specialties in California
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 18 certified offers. The most common variant is Registered Dietitian at a median of $80,787.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Dietitian | California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation | 11 | $80,787 |
| Registered Dietitian Nutritionist | Nutrition Therapy Essentials Inc | 4 | $84,635 |
| Clinical Dietitian | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center | 3 | $67,995 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Dietitians and Nutritionists in California, by industry
Median offered wage across 28 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Healthcare leads with a median of $83,866.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | Southern California Specialty Care, LLC | 17 | $83,866 |
| Government and public sector | California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation | 5 | $78,984 |
| Retail and wholesale | Nutrition Therapy Essentials Inc | 5 | $78,270 |
| Manufacturing | iHealth Labs, Inc. | 1 | $72,405 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in California 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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Metro-level salary data for dietitians and nutritionists in major California metropolitan areas.
- San Jose$106,520
- San Francisco$101,820
- Sacramento$100,580
- San Diego$96,300
- Los Angeles$92,930
- Riverside$89,390
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Dietitians and Nutritionists in California?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Dietitians and Nutritionists in California is $93,640.
- How does California compare to the national median for Dietitians and Nutritionists?
- The California median is +27.3% versus the BLS national figure of $73,584.
- What is the salary range for Dietitians and Nutritionists in California?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $64,330 and the 90th-percentile at $127,460, 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.