PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dietitian (Clinical)
Veterans Health Administration · Topeka, KS
$51k–$99k/ year
Registered Dietitian jobs in Topeka, KS
The median registered dietitian pay in the Topeka area is $35.42 per hour ($73,670 a year), with the typical range running from $29.66 to $36.98. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Topeka. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Topeka. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Topeka.
- $35.42median pay per hour, Topeka
- $30–$37typical range per hour
- 60registered dietitians employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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Registered Dietitian
Fresenius Medical Care · Topeka, KS
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The metro median is 13% above the Kansas statewide median of $31.22 per hour. Nationally the median is $35.50 per hour. BLS counts about 60 dietitians and nutritionists employed in the Topeka metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.13).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $28.25 | $58,760 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.66 | $61,690 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $35.42 | $73,670 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.98 | $76,920 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $38.70 | $80,500 | 9% above U.S. median |
How Topeka ranks
- 83rd of 266 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 26th of 251 after adjusting for local prices
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 Topeka
- Overall prices in Topeka run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 35% below the U.S. average (index 65.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $35.42 median hour buys what $39.88 buys at the national price level, 12% 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 Topeka paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,275
- Per year: $63,756
- Per month: $5,313
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Topeka metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Topeka
| 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 Topeka
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Topeka, 2 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered dietitians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stormont Vail Hospital Topeka, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Va Eastern Kansas Healthcare System Topeka, KS | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Kansas Health System - St Francis Campus Topeka, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrence, KS | 24 mi | $31.22/hr | 97,271 |
| Shawnee, KS | 48 mi | $31.89/hr | 69,724 |
| Lenexa, KS | 48 mi | $31.89/hr | 59,427 |
| Olathe, KS | 48 mi | $31.89/hr | 149,035 |
| Manhattan, KS | 50 mi | $31.22/hr | 54,700 |
| Kansas City, KS | 52 mi | $31.89/hr | 156,752 |
Registered Dietitian jobs in Kansas · Registered Dietitian jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Kansas
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Kansas taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do registered dietitians make in Topeka, KS?
Registered Dietitians in the Topeka metro area have a median pay of $35.42 per hour, about $73,670 a year. The middle half earn between $29.66 and $36.98 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Topeka a good place for registered dietitians once cost of living is counted?
Topeka ranks 26th of 251 metro areas for registered dietitian pay after adjusting for local prices, and 83rd of 266 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring registered dietitians in Topeka?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Topeka. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Topeka.
Do I need a Kansas license to work in Topeka as a registered dietitian?
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas 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 Topeka?
The federal per diem benchmark in Topeka 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.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Veterans Health AdministrationWichita, KS · 2 postings$39.15/ hr$25–$56
- 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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Low$26Median$38.18High$56
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3Open now: 2 Dietitian roles
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