PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Dietitian
Allina Health · Minnesota
$29.31–$40.17/ hour
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Registered Dietitian jobs in Duluth, MN
Registered Dietitians in the Duluth area earn a median of $35.76 per hour, about $74,380 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $29.47 and $39.53. That ranks 76th of 266 U.S. metro areas for registered dietitian pay, and 22nd of 251 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Duluth. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Duluth.
- $35.76median pay per hour, Duluth
- $29–$40typical range per hour
- 60registered dietitians employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Registered Dietitian pay in Duluth, MN
The metro median is 2% below the Minnesota statewide median of $36.34 per hour. Nationally the median is $35.50 per hour. BLS counts about 60 dietitians and nutritionists employed in the Duluth metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.90).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $27.58 | $57,370 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.47 | $61,300 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $35.76 | $74,380 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $39.53 | $82,220 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $40.75 | $84,760 | 15% above U.S. median |
How Duluth ranks
- 76th of 266 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 22nd of 251 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 4 Minnesota 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 Duluth
- Overall prices in Duluth run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 29% below the U.S. average (index 71.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $35.76 median hour buys what $40.28 buys at the national price level, 13% 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$1,287
- Per year: $64,368
- Per month: $5,364
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Duluth metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Duluth
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $184 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,890 |
| 13-week assignment | $24,570 |
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 Minnesota
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Dietitian (Clinical)
Veterans Health Administration · Saint Cloud, MN
$55k–$106k/ year
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Clinical Inpatient/Outpatient Dietitian
Essentia Health · Virginia, MN
$28.40–$42.60/ hour
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Dietitian
Allina Health · Minnesota
$29.31–$40.17/ hour
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Dietitian | Cancer Center
CentraCare · Willmar, MN
$33.38–$45.10/ hour
Hospitals in Duluth
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Duluth, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center Duluth, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Lukes Hospital Duluth, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Essentia Health Duluth Duluth, MN | Acute care | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blaine, MN | 122 mi | $36.32/hr | 75,172 |
| Coon Rapids, MN | 124 mi | $36.32/hr | 63,807 |
| Brooklyn Park, MN | 129 mi | $36.32/hr | 82,893 |
| St. Cloud, MN | 130 mi | $37.86/hr | 72,145 |
| Maple Grove, MN | 131 mi | $36.32/hr | 72,739 |
| St. Paul, MN | 134 mi | $36.32/hr | 307,465 |
Registered Dietitian jobs in Minnesota · Registered Dietitian jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Minnesota
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Minnesota requires for your role with the Minnesota licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Minnesota 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 Duluth, MN?
Registered Dietitians in the Duluth metro area have a median pay of $35.76 per hour, about $74,380 a year. The middle half earn between $29.47 and $39.53 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Duluth a good place for registered dietitians once cost of living is counted?
Duluth ranks 22nd of 251 metro areas for registered dietitian pay after adjusting for local prices, and 76th of 266 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do registered dietitians work in Duluth?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Duluth, led by Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Minnesota license to work in Duluth as a registered dietitian?
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Minnesota requires for your role with the Minnesota 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 Duluth?
The federal per diem benchmark in Duluth is $184 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,890 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place registered dietitians in Duluth?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Mayo ClinicRochester, MN · 1 wage offer$35.96/ hr$36–$36
- Allina HealthMinnesota · 2 postings$34.74/ hr$29–$40
- University of MinnesotaSaint Paul, MN · 1 wage offer$30.21/ hr$30–$30
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
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Low$27Median$35.50High$48
5 Dietitian postings with published pay in Minnesota, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 5 Dietitian roles
- DietitianPermanent$29.31–$40.17/ hour
- Dietitian (Clinical)Permanent$55k–$106k/ year
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