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Dietitian FT McAllen
Universal Health Services · Mcallen, TX
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Registered Dietitian jobs in McAllen, TX
The median registered dietitian pay in the McAllen area is $27.99 per hour ($58,220 a year), with the typical range running from $18.36 to $37.20. That ranks 250th of 266 U.S. metro areas for registered dietitian pay, and 203rd of 251 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in McAllen. Tell us your role and we email current openings near McAllen.
- $27.99median pay per hour, McAllen
- $18–$37typical range per hour
- 190registered dietitians employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Registered Dietitian pay in McAllen, TX
The metro median is 13% below the Texas statewide median of $32.04 per hour. Nationally the median is $35.50 per hour. BLS counts about 190 dietitians and nutritionists employed in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area, 0.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.35).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $13.71 | $28,520 | 61% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.36 | $38,190 | 48% below U.S. median |
| Median | $27.99 | $58,220 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $37.20 | $77,380 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $40.00 | $83,200 | 13% above U.S. median |
How McAllen ranks
- 250th of 266 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 203rd of 251 after adjusting for local prices
- 18th of 20 Texas 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 McAllen-Edinburg-Mission run 14% below the U.S. average (index 85.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 44% below the U.S. average (index 55.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.99 median hour buys what $32.59 buys at the national price level, 8% 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 McAllen paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,008
- Per year: $50,382
- Per month: $4,198
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in McAllen
| 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 Texas
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Hospitals in McAllen
CMS lists 1 hospital in McAllen, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Grande Regional Hospital Mcallen, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission, TX | 5 mi | $27.99/hr | 88,574 |
| Pharr, TX | 5 mi | $27.99/hr | 81,142 |
| Harlingen, TX | 34 mi | $28.00/hr | 72,234 |
| Brownsville, TX | 52 mi | $28.00/hr | 191,967 |
| Laredo, TX | 120 mi | $29.43/hr | 261,260 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | 125 mi | $30.00/hr | 317,317 |
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License and tax basics in Texas
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Texas 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.
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Common questions
How much do registered dietitians make in McAllen, TX?
Registered Dietitians in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area have a median pay of $27.99 per hour, about $58,220 a year. The middle half earn between $18.36 and $37.20 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is McAllen a good place for registered dietitians once cost of living is counted?
McAllen-Edinburg-Mission ranks 203rd of 251 metro areas for registered dietitian pay after adjusting for local prices, and 250th of 266 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Where do registered dietitians work in McAllen?
CMS lists 1 hospital in McAllen, led by Rio Grande Regional Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in McAllen as a registered dietitian?
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas 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 McAllen?
The federal per diem benchmark in McAllen 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 McAllen?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Beyond Meals, IncStafford, TX · 1 wage offer$45.58/ hr$46–$46
- The Methodist HospitalHouston, TX · 1 wage offer$39.58/ hr$40–$40
- Veterans Health AdministrationCorpus Christi, TX · 5 postings$35.64/ hr$24–$51
- Unika Health IncHouston, TX · 1 wage offer$35.22/ hr$33–$38
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Low$24Median$35.81High$61
6 Dietitian postings with published pay in Texas, 4 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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