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Dietitian (Clinical)
Veterans Health Administration · Tucson, AZ
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Registered Dietitian jobs in Tucson, AZ
Pay for registered dietitians in the Tucson area centers on $30.61 per hour, or about $63,670 a year. The lower quarter earns under $28.29 and the upper quarter over $36.69. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in Tucson. That ranks 201st of 266 U.S. metro areas for registered dietitian pay, and 225th of 251 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Tucson.
- $30.61median pay per hour, Tucson
- $28–$37typical range per hour
- 240registered dietitians employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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Banner Health · Tucson, AZ
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Banner Health · Tucson, AZ
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The metro median is 3% below the Arizona statewide median of $31.41 per hour. Nationally the median is $35.50 per hour. BLS counts about 240 dietitians and nutritionists employed in the Tucson metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.26).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.87 | $43,410 | 41% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.29 | $58,840 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $30.61 | $63,670 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.69 | $76,320 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $41.42 | $86,150 | 17% above U.S. median |
How Tucson ranks
- 201st of 266 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 225th of 251 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Arizona metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Dietitians and Nutritionists (SOC 29-1031), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Tucson
- Overall prices in Tucson run 3% below the U.S. average (index 96.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $30.61 median hour buys what $31.59 buys at the national price level, 11% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Tucson paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,102
- Per year: $55,098
- Per month: $4,592
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Tucson metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Tucson
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $135 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,505 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,565 |
Travel registered dietitian assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Tucson
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Tucson, 2 of the 7 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered dietitians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Va S. Arizona Healthcare System Tucson, AZ | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Banner-University Medical Center South Campus Tucson, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Banner - University Medical Center Tucson Campus Tucson, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St Joseph's Hospital Tucson, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Northwest Medical Center Tucson, AZ | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| St. Mary's Hospital Tucson, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Tucson Medical Center Tucson, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| El Dorado Springs Tucson, AZ | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Palo Verde Behavioral Health Tucson, AZ | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Sonora Behavioral Health Hospital Tucson, AZ | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Registered Dietitian pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marana, AZ | 27 mi | $32.34/hr | 62,380 |
| Casa Grande, AZ | 74 mi | $32.34/hr | 68,927 |
| Queen Creek, AZ | 87 mi | $32.34/hr | 83,781 |
| Maricopa, AZ | 90 mi | $32.34/hr | 76,654 |
| Gilbert, AZ | 95 mi | $32.34/hr | 288,790 |
| Chandler, AZ | 97 mi | $32.34/hr | 281,231 |
Registered Dietitian jobs in Arizona · Registered Dietitian jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Arizona
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Arizona taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do registered dietitians make in Tucson, AZ?
Registered Dietitians in the Tucson metro area have a median pay of $30.61 per hour, about $63,670 a year. The middle half earn between $28.29 and $36.69 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Tucson a good place for registered dietitians once cost of living is counted?
Tucson ranks 225th of 251 metro areas for registered dietitian pay after adjusting for local prices, and 201st of 266 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring registered dietitians in Tucson?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Tucson. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Tucson.
Do I need a Arizona license to work in Tucson as a registered dietitian?
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Tucson?
The federal per diem benchmark in Tucson is $135 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,505 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Veterans Health AdministrationTucson, AZ · 2 postings$36.62/ hr$25–$49
- CommonSpirit HealthSTOCKTON, CA · 8 postings$49.30/ hr$39–$64
- Emanate HealthWest Covina, CA · 3 postings$42.76/ hr$34–$62
- Sentara HealthcareHarrisonburg, VA · 3 postings$42.75/ hr$35–$60
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2What they are offering now
Low$25Median$36.62High$54
4 Dietitian postings with published pay in Arizona, 4 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 4 Dietitian roles
- Dietitian (Clinical)Permanent$51k–$99k/ year
- Clinical DietitianPermanent$28.10–$41.80/ hour
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