PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Outpatient Dietitian - Bariatric Surgery Clinic
Mass General Brigham · Salem, MA
$55k–$80k/ year
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Registered Dietitian jobs in Fall River, MA
Pay for registered dietitians in the Fall River area centers on $36.88 per hour, or about $76,710 a year. The lower quarter earns under $29.79 and the upper quarter over $40.58. That ranks 58th of 266 U.S. metro areas for registered dietitian pay, and 87th of 251 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Fall River. The free report below lists employers near Fall River and what they pay.
- $36.88median pay per hour, Providence
- $30–$41typical range per hour
- 430registered dietitians employed in the metro area
- 102cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Registered Dietitian pay in Fall River, MA
The metro median is 5% below the Massachusetts statewide median of $38.86 per hour. Nationally the median is $35.50 per hour. BLS counts about 430 dietitians and nutritionists employed in the Providence-Warwick metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.22).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.71 | $49,320 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.79 | $61,960 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $36.88 | $76,710 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $40.58 | $84,410 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $47.81 | $99,440 | 35% above U.S. median |
How Fall River ranks
- 58th of 266 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 87th 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 Fall River
- Overall prices in Providence-Warwick run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $36.88 median hour buys what $36.24 buys at the national price level, 2% 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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Estimated weekly gross$1,328
- Per year: $66,384
- Per month: $5,532
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Providence-Warwick metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Fall River
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $126 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,442 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,746 |
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 Massachusetts
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Fall River as they open.
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Dietitian / Nutritionist
Mass General Brigham · Jamaica Plain, MA
$28.00–$38.70/ hour
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Hospitals in Fall River
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Fall River, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southcoast Hospitals Group Fall River, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Anne's Hospital Fall River, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Dr John C Corrigan Mental Health Center Fall River, MA | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Bedford, MA | 9 mi | $36.88/hr | 101,318 |
| Taunton, MA | 12 mi | $36.88/hr | 61,936 |
| Brockton, MA | 25 mi | $38.20/hr | 105,788 |
| Weymouth Town, MA | 34 mi | $38.20/hr | 60,159 |
| Quincy, MA | 37 mi | $38.20/hr | 103,434 |
| Newton, MA | 42 mi | $38.20/hr | 90,700 |
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Common questions
How much do registered dietitians make in Fall River, MA?
Registered Dietitians in the Providence-Warwick metro area have a median pay of $36.88 per hour, about $76,710 a year. The middle half earn between $29.79 and $40.58 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Fall River a good place for registered dietitians once cost of living is counted?
Providence-Warwick ranks 87th of 251 metro areas for registered dietitian pay after adjusting for local prices, and 58th of 266 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Where do registered dietitians work in Fall River?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Fall River, led by Southcoast Hospitals Group. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Fall River as a registered dietitian?
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts 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 Fall River?
The federal per diem benchmark in Fall River is $126 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,442 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your Dietitian pay reportFall River, MA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Boston Medical CenterBoston, MA · 2 postings$37.94/ hr$33–$43
- UMass Memorial Health CareSouthbridge, MA · 2 postings$35.93/ hr$26–$46
- Mass General BrighamBoston, MA · 8 postings$33.85/ hr$25–$50
- Baystate HealthSpringfield, MA · 2 postings$33.68/ hr$29–$38
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$26Median$34.35High$46
14 Dietitian postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 6 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 14 Dietitian roles
- Outpatient Dietitian - Bariatric Surgery ClinicPermanent$55k–$80k/ year
- Dietitian / NutritionistPermanent$28.00–$38.70/ hour
+ 12 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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