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Registered Dietitian
BrightSpring Health Services · Atlanta, GA
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Registered Dietitian jobs in Atlanta, GA
Pay for registered dietitians in the Atlanta area centers on $35.96 per hour, or about $74,800 a year. The lower quarter earns under $30.55 and the upper quarter over $40.96. That ranks 72nd of 266 U.S. metro areas for registered dietitian pay, and 90th of 251 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in Atlanta. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Atlanta.
- $35.96median pay per hour, Atlanta
- $31–$41typical range per hour
- 1,000registered dietitians employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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8 more open roles from employers in Atlanta. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted 10 days ago
Registered Dietitian (RD) - Outpatient Gastroenterology
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta · Atlanta, GA
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PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Registered Dietitian
Fresenius Medical Care · Atlanta, GA
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PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Registered Dietitian
US Renal Care · Atlanta, GA
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PermanentPosted 20 days ago
Resource Clinical Dietitian Specialist - Oncology
Northside Hospital · Atlanta, GA
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Per diemPosted 24 days ago
Registered Dietitian - Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - PRN As Needed
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta · Atlanta, GA
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PermanentPosted 28 days ago
Part-Time Eating Disorders Dietitian - Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta · Atlanta, GA
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Full-Time NICU Dietitian - Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta · Atlanta, GA
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Registered Dietitian pay in Atlanta, GA
The metro median is 1% above the Georgia statewide median of $35.58 per hour. Nationally the median is $35.50 per hour. BLS counts about 1,000 dietitians and nutritionists employed in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.70).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.82 | $51,630 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.55 | $63,540 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $35.96 | $74,800 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $40.96 | $85,200 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.67 | $103,310 | 40% above U.S. median |
How Atlanta ranks
- 72nd of 266 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 90th of 251 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 8 Georgia 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 Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 11% above the U.S. average (index 111.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $35.96 median hour buys what $35.94 buys at the national price level, 1% 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 Atlanta paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,295
- Per year: $64,728
- Per month: $5,394
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Atlanta
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $186 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,904 |
| 13-week assignment | $24,752 |
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 Georgia
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Dietitian (Clinical)
Veterans Health Administration · Dublin, GA
$50k–$97k/ year
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Dietitian (Clinical)
Veterans Health Administration · Augusta, GA
$62k–$97k/ year
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Hospitals in Atlanta
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Atlanta, 2 of the 6 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered dietitians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emory University Hospital Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Piedmont Hospital, Inc Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | No |
| Northside Hospital Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Joseph's Hospital Of Atlanta, Inc Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Emory University Hospital Midtown Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Grady Memorial Hospital Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Athur M Blank Hospital Atlanta, GA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Children's Healthcare Of Atlanta At Scottish Rite Atlanta, GA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Peachford Behavioral Health System Of Atlanta Atlanta, GA | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookhaven, GA | 8 mi | $35.96/hr | 59,370 |
| Smyrna, GA | 9 mi | $35.96/hr | 57,177 |
| Athens, GA | 62 mi | $27.85/hr | 128,691 |
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License and tax basics in Georgia
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Georgia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Atlanta
Atlanta city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do registered dietitians make in Atlanta, GA?
Registered Dietitians in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area have a median pay of $35.96 per hour, about $74,800 a year. The middle half earn between $30.55 and $40.96 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Atlanta a good place for registered dietitians once cost of living is counted?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell ranks 90th of 251 metro areas for registered dietitian pay after adjusting for local prices, and 72nd of 266 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do registered dietitians work in Atlanta?
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Atlanta, led by Emory University Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Atlanta as a registered dietitian?
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia 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 Atlanta?
The federal per diem benchmark in Atlanta is $186 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,904 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
- Emory Healthcare, Inc.Atlanta, GA · 1 wage offer$32.48/ hr$32–$32
- Veterans Health AdministrationDublin, GA · 2 postings$36.83/ hr$24–$47
- CommonSpirit HealthSTOCKTON, CA · 8 postings$49.30/ hr$39–$64
- Emanate HealthWest Covina, CA · 3 postings$42.76/ hr$34–$62
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Low$26Median$38.18High$56
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