Registered Dietitian jobs in Bloomington, IN
Pay for registered dietitians in the Bloomington area centers on $30.00 per hour, or about $62,400 a year. The lower quarter earns under $24.96 and the upper quarter over $37.23. That ranks 223rd of 266 U.S. metro areas for registered dietitian pay, and 226th of 251 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Bloomington. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Bloomington.
- $30.00median pay per hour, Bloomington
- $25–$37typical range per hour
- 40registered dietitians employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Registered Dietitian pay in Bloomington, IN
The metro median is 2% below the Indiana statewide median of $30.69 per hour. Nationally the median is $35.50 per hour. BLS counts about 40 dietitians and nutritionists employed in the Bloomington metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.07).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.21 | $46,200 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $24.96 | $51,920 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Median | $30.00 | $62,400 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $37.23 | $77,440 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $45.23 | $94,080 | 27% above U.S. median |
How Bloomington ranks
- 223rd of 266 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 226th of 251 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 7 Indiana 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 Bloomington
- Overall prices in Bloomington run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 85.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $30.00 median hour buys what $31.55 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.
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- Per year: $54,000
- Per month: $4,500
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bloomington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bloomington
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $120 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,358 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,654 |
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 Bloomington
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Bloomington, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered dietitians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe Hospital Bloomington, IN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Indiana University Health Bloomington Hospital Bloomington, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Bloomington Meadows Hospital Bloomington, IN | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus, IN | 33 mi | $30.69/hr | 51,970 |
| Greenwood, IN | 38 mi | $30.55/hr | 68,175 |
| Indianapolis, IN | 47 mi | $30.55/hr | 891,484 |
| Terre Haute, IN | 50 mi | $30.69/hr | 58,531 |
| Carmel, IN | 59 mi | $30.55/hr | 103,606 |
| Fishers, IN | 63 mi | $30.55/hr | 103,986 |
Registered Dietitian jobs in Indiana · Registered Dietitian jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Indiana
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Indiana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Bloomington
Bloomington city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do registered dietitians make in Bloomington, IN?
Registered Dietitians in the Bloomington metro area have a median pay of $30.00 per hour, about $62,400 a year. The middle half earn between $24.96 and $37.23 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bloomington a good place for registered dietitians once cost of living is counted?
Bloomington ranks 226th of 251 metro areas for registered dietitian pay after adjusting for local prices, and 223rd of 266 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Where do registered dietitians work in Bloomington?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Bloomington, led by Monroe Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Bloomington as a registered dietitian?
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana 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 Bloomington?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bloomington is $120 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,358 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place registered dietitians in Bloomington?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Fresenius Management Services, Inc., a Fresenius Medical Care N.A. companyColumbus, IN · 1 wage offer$30.99/ 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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181 Dietitian postings with published pay in the US, 140 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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