Registered Dietitian jobs in Danbury, CT
Registered Dietitians in the Danbury area earn a median of $40.72 per hour, about $84,700 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $37.90 and $47.37. That ranks 24th of 266 U.S. metro areas for registered dietitian pay, and 48th of 251 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Danbury. The free report below lists employers near Danbury and what they pay.
- $40.72median pay per hour, Bridgeport
- $38–$47typical range per hour
- 180registered dietitians employed in the metro area
- 107cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Registered Dietitian pay in Danbury, CT
The metro median is 6% above the Connecticut statewide median of $38.33 per hour. Nationally the median is $35.50 per hour. BLS counts about 180 dietitians and nutritionists employed in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.92).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $32.20 | $66,980 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.90 | $78,830 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Median | $40.72 | $84,700 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $47.37 | $98,530 | 33% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $71.19 | $148,080 | 101% above U.S. median |
How Danbury ranks
- 24th of 266 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 48th of 251 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Connecticut 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 Danbury
- Overall prices in Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury run 7% above the U.S. average (index 106.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 50% above the U.S. average (index 150.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $40.72 median hour buys what $38.10 buys at the national price level, 7% 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.
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- Per year: $73,296
- Per month: $6,108
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Danbury
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $146 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,624 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,112 |
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 Danbury
CMS lists 1 hospital in Danbury, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered dietitians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danbury Hospital Danbury, CT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport, CT | 21 mi | $40.72/hr | 151,599 |
| Norwalk, CT | 21 mi | $38.33/hr | 93,661 |
| Stamford, CT | 22 mi | $40.72/hr | 139,134 |
| Waterbury, CT | 25 mi | $38.31/hr | 115,908 |
| West Haven, CT | 28 mi | $38.33/hr | 55,379 |
| New Haven, CT | 29 mi | $37.43/hr | 137,562 |
Registered Dietitian jobs in Connecticut · Registered Dietitian jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Connecticut
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Connecticut taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Danbury
Danbury city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do registered dietitians make in Danbury, CT?
Registered Dietitians in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metro area have a median pay of $40.72 per hour, about $84,700 a year. The middle half earn between $37.90 and $47.37 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Danbury a good place for registered dietitians once cost of living is counted?
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury ranks 48th of 251 metro areas for registered dietitian pay after adjusting for local prices, and 24th of 266 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% above the U.S. average.
Where do registered dietitians work in Danbury?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Danbury, led by Danbury Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Connecticut license to work in Danbury as a registered dietitian?
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut 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 Danbury?
The federal per diem benchmark in Danbury is $146 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,624 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place registered dietitians in Danbury?
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- University of ConnecticutStorrs, CT · 1 wage offer$31.12/ hr$31–$31
- 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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