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Registered Dietitian jobs in Erie, PA
Registered Dietitians in the Erie area earn a median of $31.56 per hour, about $65,640 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $25.99 and $36.49. That ranks 174th of 266 U.S. metro areas for registered dietitian pay, and 132nd of 251 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Erie. The free report below lists employers near Erie and what they pay.
- $31.56median pay per hour, Erie
- $26–$36typical range per hour
- 80registered dietitians employed in the metro area
- 91cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Registered Dietitian pay in Erie, PA
The metro median is 1% below the Pennsylvania statewide median of $31.74 per hour. Nationally the median is $35.50 per hour. BLS counts about 80 dietitians and nutritionists employed in the Erie metro area, 0.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.39).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.69 | $47,200 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $25.99 | $54,060 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Median | $31.56 | $65,640 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.49 | $75,900 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $41.16 | $85,610 | 16% above U.S. median |
How Erie ranks
- 174th of 266 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 132nd of 251 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 12 Pennsylvania 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.
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- Overall prices in Erie run 9% below the U.S. average (index 91.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 43% below the U.S. average (index 56.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $31.56 median hour buys what $34.70 buys at the national price level, 2% 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.
Estimate your Erie paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,136
- Per year: $56,808
- Per month: $4,734
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Erie metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Erie
| Item | Federal 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 Pennsylvania
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Erie as they open.
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Supervisory Dietitian - Food Operations
Veterans Health Administration · Altoona, PA
$94k–$122k/ year
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Veterans Health Administration · Philadelphia, PA
$56k–$107k/ year
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Hospitals in Erie
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Erie, 1 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered dietitians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Vincent Hospital Erie, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Upmc Hamot Erie, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Lecom Medical Center And Behavioral Health Pav Erie, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Erie Va Medical Center Erie, PA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Youngstown, OH | 76 mi | $31.02/hr | 59,123 |
| Buffalo, NY | 82 mi | $35.90/hr | 276,617 |
| Cleveland, OH | 94 mi | $34.91/hr | 365,379 |
| Parma, OH | 99 mi | $34.91/hr | 79,350 |
| Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 100 mi | $32.78/hr | 50,979 |
| Akron, OH | 104 mi | $32.78/hr | 189,664 |
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License and tax basics in Pennsylvania
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Common questions
How much do registered dietitians make in Erie, PA?
Registered Dietitians in the Erie metro area have a median pay of $31.56 per hour, about $65,640 a year. The middle half earn between $25.99 and $36.49 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Erie a good place for registered dietitians once cost of living is counted?
Erie ranks 132nd of 251 metro areas for registered dietitian pay after adjusting for local prices, and 174th of 266 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Where do registered dietitians work in Erie?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Erie, led by Saint Vincent Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Erie as a registered dietitian?
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Pennsylvania requires for your role with the Pennsylvania 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 Erie?
The federal per diem benchmark in Erie 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.
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- Veterans Health AdministrationPhiladelphia, PA · 4 postings$37.88/ hr$25–$59
- Geisinger Medical CenterDanville, PA · 1 wage offer$27.81/ hr$28–$28
- 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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