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Dietitian (Clinical)
Veterans Health Administration · Longview, TX
$50k–$97k/ year
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Registered Dietitian jobs in Midland, TX
Registered Dietitians in Texas earn a median of $32.04 per hour, about $66,640 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $27.83 and $37.89. That is 10% below the U.S. median of $35.50 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Midland. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Midland.
- $32.04median pay per hour, Texas
- $28–$38typical range per hour
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Registered Dietitian pay in Midland, TX
Nationally the median is $35.50 per hour. BLS counts about 6,900 dietitians and nutritionists employed in Texas.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.97 | $37,380 | 49% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $27.83 | $57,890 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $32.04 | $66,640 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $37.89 | $78,810 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $45.30 | $94,220 | 28% 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 Midland
- Overall prices in Midland run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.5).
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$1,153
- Per year: $57,672
- Per month: $4,806
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Texas. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Midland
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $128 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,414 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,382 |
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 Texas
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Midland as they open.
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Interdisciplinary Research Nutritionist / Physiologist / Biologist
Agricultural Research Service · College Station, TX
$90k–$192k/ year
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Dietitian (Clinical)-Home Based Primary Care - RECRUITMENT/RELOCATION INCENTIVE
Veterans Health Administration · Corpus Christi, TX
$51k–$98k/ year
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Veterans Health Administration · Corpus Christi, TX
$51k–$98k/ year
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Dietitian (Clinical)
Veterans Health Administration · Garland, TX
$55k–$106k/ year
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Dietitian (Clinical)
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Hospitals in Midland
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Midland, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midland Memorial Hospital Midland, TX | Acute care | Government and federal | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Permian Basin Midland, TX | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Odessa, TX | 17 mi | $32.04/hr | 119,748 |
| San Angelo, TX | 106 mi | $29.07/hr | 100,159 |
| Lubbock, TX | 107 mi | $25.55/hr | 272,086 |
| Abilene, TX | 142 mi | $30.59/hr | 130,501 |
| Wichita Falls, TX | 245 mi | $33.32/hr | 102,372 |
| El Paso, TX | 253 mi | $30.48/hr | 681,723 |
Registered Dietitian jobs in Texas · Registered Dietitian jobs nationwide
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.
Other healthcare roles in Midland
Midland city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do registered dietitians make in Midland, TX?
Registered Dietitians in Texas have a median pay of $32.04 per hour, about $66,640 a year. The middle half earn between $27.83 and $37.89 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do registered dietitians work in Midland?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Midland, led by Midland Memorial Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Midland 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 Midland?
The federal per diem benchmark in Midland is $128 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,414 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place registered dietitians in Midland?
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Your Dietitian pay reportMidland, TX · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
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
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
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.
3Open now: 6 Dietitian roles
- Dietitian (Clinical)Permanent$50k–$97k/ year
- Interdisciplinary Research Nutritionist / Physiologist / BiologistPermanent$90k–$192k/ year
+ 4 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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