NC · Jacksonville · Updated October 15, 2026

Registered Dietitian jobs in Jacksonville, NC

The median registered dietitian pay in North Carolina is $31.21 per hour ($64,910 a year), with the typical range running from $27.50 to $37.38. That is 12% below the U.S. median of $35.50 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Jacksonville. The free report below lists employers near Jacksonville and what they pay.

Registered Dietitian pay in Jacksonville, NC

Nationally the median is $35.50 per hour. BLS counts about 2,620 dietitians and nutritionists employed in North Carolina.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$22.19$46,16037% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$27.50$57,20023% below U.S. median
Median$31.21$64,91012% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$37.38$77,7505% above U.S. median
Top 10%$40.94$85,16015% above U.S. median

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 Jacksonville

  • Overall prices in Jacksonville run 8% below the U.S. average (index 92.1, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 72.1).

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$1,124
  • Per year: $56,178
  • Per month: $4,682

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for North Carolina. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Travel assignment per diem in Jacksonville

ItemFederal rate
Lodging per night$110
Meals and incidentals per day$68
Per week (7 nights, 7 days)$1,246
13-week assignment$16,198

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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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 Jacksonville as they open.

PermanentPosted today

Dietitian (Clinical)

Veterans Health Administration · Kernersville, NC

$75k–$97k/ year
  • Full-time
  • Req 888875900
New this week
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PermanentPosted 8 days ago

Dietitian (Clinical)

Veterans Health Administration · Salisbury, NC

$76k–$99k/ year
  • Part-time
  • Req 887946400
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Hospitals in Jacksonville

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Jacksonville, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered dietitians.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Onslow Memorial Hospital
Jacksonville, NC
Acute careGovernment and federal1 of 5Yes
Brynn Marr Hosp
Jacksonville, NC
PsychiatricGovernment and federalNot ratedYes

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Registered Dietitian pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Wilmington, NC46 mi$29.05/hr125,284
Greenville, NC60 mi$29.99/hr95,138
Rocky Mount, NC89 mi$31.21/hr54,541
Fayetteville, NC93 mi$37.61/hr209,496
Raleigh, NC104 mi$31.79/hr499,825
Wake Forest, NC106 mi$31.79/hr56,764

Registered Dietitian jobs in North Carolina · Registered Dietitian jobs nationwide

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.

North Carolina taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

North Carolina state guide

Other healthcare roles in Jacksonville

Jacksonville city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do registered dietitians make in Jacksonville, NC?

Registered Dietitians in North Carolina have a median pay of $31.21 per hour, about $64,910 a year. The middle half earn between $27.50 and $37.38 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Where do registered dietitians work in Jacksonville?

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Jacksonville, led by Onslow Memorial Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville?

The federal per diem benchmark in Jacksonville is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.

Does Valorem Health place registered dietitians in Jacksonville?

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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

  1. Dietitian (Clinical)Permanent
    $75k–$97k/ year
    Veterans Health Administration · Kernersville, NC · posted today
  2. Dietitian Nutritionist Weight ManagementPermanent
    $28.55–$42.85/ hour
    Advocate Health · Charlotte, NC · posted 7 days ago

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