Registered Dietitian jobs in Bentonville, AR
The median registered dietitian pay in the Bentonville area is $30.91 per hour ($64,290 a year), with the typical range running from $28.58 to $38.63. That ranks 193rd of 266 U.S. metro areas for registered dietitian pay, and 161st of 251 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in the Bentonville metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Bentonville.
- $30.91median pay per hour, Fayetteville
- $29–$39typical range per hour
- 110registered dietitians employed in the metro area
- 91cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Registered Dietitian pay in Bentonville, AR
The metro median is 6% above the Arkansas statewide median of $29.20 per hour. Nationally the median is $35.50 per hour. BLS counts about 110 dietitians and nutritionists employed in the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.86).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.74 | $43,140 | 42% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.58 | $59,450 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $30.91 | $64,290 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.63 | $80,350 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $88.46 | $184,000 | 149% above U.S. median |
How Bentonville ranks
- 193rd of 266 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 161st of 251 after adjusting for local prices
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 Bentonville
- Overall prices in Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers run 9% below the U.S. average (index 91.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% below the U.S. average (index 76.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $30.91 median hour buys what $33.84 buys at the national price level, 5% 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.
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- Per year: $55,638
- Per month: $4,636
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bentonville
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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 the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers area
CMS lists 8 hospitals in the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers area, 3 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered dietitians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville Ar Va Medical Center Fayetteville, AR | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas Rogers, AR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Washington Regional Medical Center Fayetteville, AR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Northwest Medical Center-Springdale Springdale, AR | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Siloam Springs Regional Hospital Siloam Springs, AR | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Arkansas Children's Northwest, Inc Springdale, AR | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Springwoods Behavioral Health Services Fayetteville, AR | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Vista Health Fayetteville Fayetteville, AR | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rogers, AR | 5 mi | $30.91/hr | 75,639 |
| Springdale, AR | 12 mi | $30.91/hr | 89,368 |
| Joplin, MO | 52 mi | $28.16/hr | 53,605 |
| Fort Smith, AR | 70 mi | $29.20/hr | 90,507 |
| Springfield, MO | 78 mi | $29.81/hr | 170,596 |
| Broken Arrow, OK | 89 mi | $34.00/hr | 122,756 |
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License and tax basics in Arkansas
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arkansas requires for your role with the Arkansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Arkansas taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Bentonville
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Common questions
How much do registered dietitians make in Bentonville, AR?
Registered Dietitians in the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers metro area have a median pay of $30.91 per hour, about $64,290 a year. The middle half earn between $28.58 and $38.63 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bentonville a good place for registered dietitians once cost of living is counted?
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers ranks 161st of 251 metro areas for registered dietitian pay after adjusting for local prices, and 193rd of 266 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Where do registered dietitians work in Bentonville?
CMS lists 8 hospitals in the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers area, led by Fayetteville Ar Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Arkansas license to work in Bentonville as a registered dietitian?
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arkansas requires for your role with the Arkansas 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 Bentonville?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bentonville is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place registered dietitians in Bentonville?
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- 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
- Central Maine Healthcare CorporationAnaheim, CA · 7 postings$42.00/ hr$28–$55
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