PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Dietitian (Clinical)
Veterans Health Administration · Reno, NV
$74k–$116k/ year
Top 25% pay
Registered Dietitian jobs in Sparks, NV
The median registered dietitian pay in the Sparks area is $37.15 per hour ($77,280 a year), with the typical range running from $31.86 to $41.80. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Sparks and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Sparks. The free report below lists employers near Sparks and what they pay.
- $37.15median pay per hour, Reno
- $32–$42typical range per hour
- 110registered dietitians employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 11% above the Nevada statewide median of $33.53 per hour. Nationally the median is $35.50 per hour. BLS counts about 110 dietitians and nutritionists employed in the Reno metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.84).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $27.30 | $56,780 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.86 | $66,270 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.15 | $77,280 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $41.80 | $86,940 | 18% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $48.76 | $101,420 | 37% above U.S. median |
How Sparks ranks
- 54th of 266 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 75th 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 Sparks
- Overall prices in Reno run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% above the U.S. average (index 123.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.15 median hour buys what $36.78 buys at the national price level, 4% 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 Sparks paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,337
- Per year: $66,870
- Per month: $5,572
- Nevada has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Reno metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Sparks
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $146 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,582 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,566 |
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).
Hospitals in Sparks
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Sparks, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered dietitians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Nevada Medical Center Sparks, NV | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Dini-Townsend Hospital At Nnmh Sparks, NV | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reno, NV | 7 mi | $37.15/hr | 281,714 |
| Carson City, NV | 29 mi | $33.53/hr | 58,148 |
| Lincoln, CA | 97 mi | $48.36/hr | 56,268 |
| Rocklin, CA | 98 mi | $48.36/hr | 75,129 |
| Folsom, CA | 99 mi | $48.36/hr | 88,091 |
| Roseville, CA | 102 mi | $48.36/hr | 163,304 |
Registered Dietitian jobs in Nevada · Registered Dietitian jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Nevada
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Nevada does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Sparks
Sparks city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do registered dietitians make in Sparks, NV?
Registered Dietitians in the Reno metro area have a median pay of $37.15 per hour, about $77,280 a year. The middle half earn between $31.86 and $41.80 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Sparks a good place for registered dietitians once cost of living is counted?
Reno ranks 75th of 251 metro areas for registered dietitian pay after adjusting for local prices, and 54th of 266 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring registered dietitians in Sparks?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Reno area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Sparks.
Do I need a Nevada license to work in Sparks as a registered dietitian?
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada 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 Sparks?
The federal per diem benchmark in Sparks is $146 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,582 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place registered dietitians in Sparks?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- 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
- Central Maine Healthcare CorporationAnaheim, CA · 7 postings$42.00/ hr$28–$55
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Low$26Median$38.18High$56
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3Open now: 2 Dietitian roles
- Clinical Dietitian HIV ProgramPermanent$29.51–$43.89/ hour
- Dietitian (Clinical)Permanent$74k–$116k/ year
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