Per diemPosted 15 days ago
Registered Dietitian - Per Diem
Select Medical · Fort Wayne, IN
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Registered Dietitian jobs in Fort Wayne, IN
Registered Dietitians in the Fort Wayne area earn a median of $33.19 per hour, about $69,030 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $29.42 and $36.83. That ranks 129th of 266 U.S. metro areas for registered dietitian pay, and 91st of 251 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Fort Wayne. The free report below lists employers near Fort Wayne and what they pay.
- $33.19median pay per hour, Fort Wayne
- $29–$37typical range per hour
- 130registered dietitians employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Registered Dietitian pay in Fort Wayne, IN
The metro median is 8% above the Indiana statewide median of $30.69 per hour. Nationally the median is $35.50 per hour. BLS counts about 130 dietitians and nutritionists employed in the Fort Wayne metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.15).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.91 | $49,730 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.42 | $61,190 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $33.19 | $69,030 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.83 | $76,610 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $45.01 | $93,620 | 27% above U.S. median |
How Fort Wayne ranks
- 129th of 266 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 91st of 251 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st 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.
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Get my free pay reportWhat your pay buys in Fort Wayne
- Overall prices in Fort Wayne run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 72.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $33.19 median hour buys what $35.85 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 Fort Wayne paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,195
- Per year: $59,742
- Per month: $4,978
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Fort Wayne metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Fort Wayne
| 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 Fort Wayne
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Fort Wayne, 2 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered dietitians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dupont Hospital Llc Fort Wayne, IN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Joseph Health System, Llc Fort Wayne, IN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Lutheran Hospital Of Indiana Fort Wayne, IN | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Parkview Regional Medical Center Fort Wayne, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Orthopaedic Hospital At Parkview North Fort Wayne, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Maple Heights Behavioral Health Fort Wayne, IN | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Park Center, Inc Fort Wayne, IN | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elkhart, IN | 60 mi | $32.01/hr | 53,690 |
| Muncie, IN | 63 mi | $30.69/hr | 65,320 |
| Mishawaka, IN | 67 mi | $29.83/hr | 51,020 |
| Kokomo, IN | 67 mi | $30.69/hr | 60,093 |
| South Bend, IN | 71 mi | $29.83/hr | 103,713 |
| Anderson, IN | 75 mi | $30.55/hr | 55,851 |
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License and tax basics in Indiana
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Common questions
How much do registered dietitians make in Fort Wayne, IN?
Registered Dietitians in the Fort Wayne metro area have a median pay of $33.19 per hour, about $69,030 a year. The middle half earn between $29.42 and $36.83 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Fort Wayne a good place for registered dietitians once cost of living is counted?
Fort Wayne ranks 91st of 251 metro areas for registered dietitian pay after adjusting for local prices, and 129th of 266 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do registered dietitians work in Fort Wayne?
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Fort Wayne, led by Dupont Hospital Llc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Fort Wayne 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 Fort Wayne?
The federal per diem benchmark in Fort Wayne 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 Fort Wayne?
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- 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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