Per diemPosted 14 days ago
Registered Dietitian (Outpatient), Diabetes Education (Per Diem, Day Shift)
Adventist Health · Bakersfield, CA
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Registered Dietitian jobs in Bakersfield, CA
Registered Dietitians in the Bakersfield area earn a median of $43.38 per hour, about $90,220 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $34.81 and $47.70. That ranks 16th of 266 U.S. metro areas for registered dietitian pay, and 9th of 251 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Bakersfield. The free report below lists employers near Bakersfield and what they pay.
- $43.38median pay per hour, Bakersfield
- $35–$48typical range per hour
- 120registered dietitians employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Registered Dietitian pay in Bakersfield, CA
The metro median is 4% below the California statewide median of $45.02 per hour. Nationally the median is $35.50 per hour. BLS counts about 120 dietitians and nutritionists employed in the Bakersfield-Delano metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.72).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.22 | $44,140 | 40% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $34.81 | $72,400 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Median | $43.38 | $90,220 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $47.70 | $99,220 | 34% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $57.36 | $119,310 | 62% above U.S. median |
How Bakersfield ranks
- 16th of 266 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 9th of 251 after adjusting for local prices
- 14th of 21 California 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.
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- Overall prices in Bakersfield-Delano run 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $43.38 median hour buys what $43.00 buys at the national price level, 21% above 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 Bakersfield paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,562
- Per year: $78,084
- Per month: $6,507
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bakersfield-Delano metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bakersfield
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $132 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,442 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,746 |
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).
Open Registered Dietitian roles in California
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CommonSpirit Health · Oxnard, CA
$39.18–$58.28/ hour
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Montage Health · Monterey, CA
$47.73–$63.84/ hour
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El Camino Health · Mountain View, CA
$54.06–$71.87/ hour
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CommonSpirit Health · San Bernardino, CA
$39.18–$58.28/ hour
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$33.60–$45.22/ hour
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Hospitals in Bakersfield
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Bakersfield, 0 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered dietitians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bakersfield Memorial Hospital Bakersfield, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital Bakersfield, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Adventist Health Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Kern Medical Center Bakersfield, CA | Acute care | Government and federal | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Good Samaritan Hospital, Lp Bakersfield, CA | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital, Llc Bakersfield, CA | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delano, CA | 31 mi | $43.38/hr | 53,198 |
| Porterville, CA | 49 mi | $38.12/hr | 63,517 |
| Tulare, CA | 61 mi | $38.12/hr | 72,601 |
| Lancaster, CA | 67 mi | $44.68/hr | 167,426 |
| Visalia, CA | 69 mi | $38.12/hr | 146,271 |
| Santa Clarita, CA | 72 mi | $44.68/hr | 229,159 |
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License and tax basics in California
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Common questions
How much do registered dietitians make in Bakersfield, CA?
Registered Dietitians in the Bakersfield-Delano metro area have a median pay of $43.38 per hour, about $90,220 a year. The middle half earn between $34.81 and $47.70 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bakersfield a good place for registered dietitians once cost of living is counted?
Bakersfield-Delano ranks 9th of 251 metro areas for registered dietitian pay after adjusting for local prices, and 16th of 266 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do registered dietitians work in Bakersfield?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Bakersfield, led by Bakersfield Memorial Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a California license to work in Bakersfield as a registered dietitian?
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what California requires for your role with the California 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 Bakersfield?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bakersfield is $132 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,442 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 employers
- Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 2 postings$59.70/ hr$48–$73
- CommonSpirit HealthSTOCKTON, CA · 8 postings$49.30/ hr$39–$64
- Emanate HealthWest Covina, CA · 3 postings$42.76/ hr$34–$62
- Laguna Beach Community Clinic, Inc.Laguna Beach, CA · 2 wage offers$42.31/ hr$33–$47
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Low$35Median$47.65High$60
31 Dietitian postings with published pay in California, 25 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 31 Dietitian roles
- Clinical Dietitian IPer diem$39.18–$58.28/ hour
- Clinical Dietitian - OncologyPermanent$47.73–$63.84/ hour
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