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Dietitian (Clinical)
Veterans Health Administration · Kernersville, NC
$75k–$97k/ year
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Registered Dietitian jobs in Chapel Hill, NC
The median registered dietitian pay in the Chapel Hill area is $32.57 per hour ($67,750 a year), with the typical range running from $29.43 to $37.50. That ranks 140th of 266 U.S. metro areas for registered dietitian pay, and 179th of 251 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Chapel Hill. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Chapel Hill.
- $32.57median pay per hour, Durham
- $29–$38typical range per hour
- 350registered dietitians employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Registered Dietitian pay in Chapel Hill, NC
The metro median is 4% above the North Carolina statewide median of $31.21 per hour. Nationally the median is $35.50 per hour. BLS counts about 350 dietitians and nutritionists employed in the Durham-Chapel Hill metro area, 1.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 2.06).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.61 | $51,190 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.43 | $61,210 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $32.57 | $67,750 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $37.50 | $78,000 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $41.52 | $86,360 | 17% above U.S. median |
How Chapel Hill ranks
- 140th of 266 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 179th of 251 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 10 North Carolina 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 Chapel Hill
- Overall prices in Durham-Chapel Hill run 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 1% below the U.S. average (index 98.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $32.57 median hour buys what $33.38 buys at the national price level, 6% 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$1,173
- Per year: $58,626
- Per month: $4,886
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Durham-Chapel Hill metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Chapel Hill
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $140 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,540 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,020 |
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 North Carolina
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Chapel Hill as they open.
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Dietitian Nutritionist Weight Management
Advocate Health · Charlotte, NC
$28.55–$42.85/ hour
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Dietitian (Clinical)
Veterans Health Administration · Salisbury, NC
$76k–$99k/ year
Hospitals in Chapel Hill
CMS lists 1 hospital in Chapel Hill, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered dietitians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unc Hospitals Chapel Hill, NC | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durham, NC | 9 mi | $32.57/hr | 301,870 |
| Cary, NC | 16 mi | $31.79/hr | 182,659 |
| Apex, NC | 17 mi | $31.79/hr | 75,977 |
| Raleigh, NC | 23 mi | $31.79/hr | 499,825 |
| Burlington, NC | 26 mi | $31.21/hr | 61,365 |
| Wake Forest, NC | 30 mi | $31.79/hr | 56,764 |
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License and tax basics in North Carolina
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do registered dietitians make in Chapel Hill, NC?
Registered Dietitians in the Durham-Chapel Hill metro area have a median pay of $32.57 per hour, about $67,750 a year. The middle half earn between $29.43 and $37.50 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Chapel Hill a good place for registered dietitians once cost of living is counted?
Durham-Chapel Hill ranks 179th of 251 metro areas for registered dietitian pay after adjusting for local prices, and 140th of 266 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do registered dietitians work in Chapel Hill?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Chapel Hill, led by Unc Hospitals. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Chapel Hill as a registered dietitian?
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina 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 Chapel Hill?
The federal per diem benchmark in Chapel Hill is $140 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,540 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 employers
- Veterans Health AdministrationKernersville, NC · 2 postings$41.75/ hr$36–$48
- The Charlotte Mecklenburg Hospital AuthorityCharlotte, NC · 1 wage offer$29.16/ hr$29–$29
- CommonSpirit HealthSTOCKTON, CA · 8 postings$49.30/ hr$39–$64
- Emanate HealthWest Covina, CA · 3 postings$42.76/ hr$34–$62
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2What they are offering now
Low$29Median$41.29High$48
3 Dietitian postings with published pay in North Carolina, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 3 Dietitian roles
- Dietitian (Clinical)Permanent$75k–$97k/ year
- Dietitian Nutritionist Weight ManagementPermanent$28.55–$42.85/ hour
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