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Dietitian (Holistic Health and Fitness)
U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command · Fort Leonard Wood, MO
$90k–$116k/ year
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Registered Dietitian jobs in Lee's Summit, MO
The median registered dietitian pay in the Lee's Summit area is $31.89 per hour ($66,340 a year), with the typical range running from $28.62 to $36.84. That ranks 160th of 266 U.S. metro areas for registered dietitian pay, and 141st of 251 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Lee's Summit. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Lee's Summit.
- $31.89median pay per hour, Kansas City
- $29–$37typical range per hour
- 530registered dietitians employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Registered Dietitian pay in Lee's Summit, MO
The metro median is 6% above the Missouri statewide median of $29.97 per hour. Nationally the median is $35.50 per hour. BLS counts about 530 dietitians and nutritionists employed in the Kansas City metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.97).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.82 | $47,470 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.62 | $59,530 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $31.89 | $66,340 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.84 | $76,630 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $41.11 | $85,510 | 16% above U.S. median |
How Lee's Summit ranks
- 160th of 266 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 141st of 251 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 8 Missouri 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 Lee's Summit
- Overall prices in Kansas City run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $31.89 median hour buys what $34.46 buys at the national price level, 3% 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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Estimated weekly gross$1,148
- Per year: $57,402
- Per month: $4,784
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kansas City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lee's Summit
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $135 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,505 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,565 |
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 Missouri
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Lee's Summit as they open.
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VCS Corporate Dietitian
Veterans Health Administration · Saint Louis, MO
$92k–$92k/ year
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Clinical Dietitian, Ambulatory
University of Missouri Health Care · Columbia, MO
$57k–$89k/ year
Hospitals in Lee's Summit
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Lee's Summit, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Luke's East Hospital Lees Summit, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Lee's Summit Medical Center Lees Summit, MO | Acute care | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Springs, MO | 9 mi | $31.89/hr | 61,246 |
| Independence, MO | 11 mi | $31.89/hr | 121,629 |
| Lawrence, KS | 47 mi | $31.22/hr | 97,271 |
| St. Joseph, MO | 62 mi | $27.95/hr | 71,098 |
| Topeka, KS | 71 mi | $35.42/hr | 125,467 |
| Columbia, MO | 111 mi | $30.92/hr | 130,900 |
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License and tax basics in Missouri
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Missouri 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 Lee's Summit, MO?
Registered Dietitians in the Kansas City metro area have a median pay of $31.89 per hour, about $66,340 a year. The middle half earn between $28.62 and $36.84 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lee's Summit a good place for registered dietitians once cost of living is counted?
Kansas City ranks 141st of 251 metro areas for registered dietitian pay after adjusting for local prices, and 160th of 266 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do registered dietitians work in Lee's Summit?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Lee's Summit, led by Saint Luke's East Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in Lee's Summit as a registered dietitian?
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri 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 Lee's Summit?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lee's Summit is $135 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,505 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place registered dietitians in Lee's Summit?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Kindred Hospitals East, LLCSt. Louis, MO · 1 wage offer$30.45/ hr$25–$36
- 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$28Median$40.81High$53
4 Dietitian postings with published pay in Missouri, 4 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 4 Dietitian roles
- Dietitian (Holistic Health and Fitness)Permanent$90k–$116k/ year
- VCS Corporate DietitianPermanent$92k–$92k/ year
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