Registered Dietitian jobs in Lehi, UT
Registered Dietitians in the Lehi area earn a median of $23.27 per hour, about $48,390 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $16.65 and $27.40. That ranks 262nd of 266 U.S. metro areas for registered dietitian pay, and 250th of 251 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in the Lehi metro area. The free report below lists employers near Lehi and what they pay.
- $23.27median pay per hour, Provo
- $17–$27typical range per hour
- 330registered dietitians employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Registered Dietitian pay in Lehi, UT
The metro median is 21% below the Utah statewide median of $29.41 per hour. Nationally the median is $35.50 per hour. BLS counts about 330 dietitians and nutritionists employed in the Provo-Orem-Lehi metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 2.23).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.65 | $34,630 | 53% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $16.65 | $34,630 | 53% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.27 | $48,390 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.40 | $56,990 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $36.30 | $75,500 | 2% above U.S. median |
How Lehi ranks
- 262nd of 266 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 250th of 251 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 5 Utah 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 Lehi
- Overall prices in Provo-Orem-Lehi run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% above the U.S. average (index 104.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.27 median hour buys what $23.69 buys at the national price level, 33% 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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- Per year: $41,886
- Per month: $3,490
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Provo-Orem-Lehi metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lehi
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $117 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,337 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,381 |
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).
Hospitals in the Provo-Orem-Lehi area
CMS lists 6 hospitals in the Provo-Orem-Lehi area, 3 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered dietitians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intermountain Health Utah Valley Hospital Provo, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| American Fork Hospital American Fork, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Timpanogos Regional Hospital Orem, UT | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Orem Community Hospital Orem, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Aspen Grove Behavioral Hospital Orem, UT | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Utah State Hospital Provo, UT | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saratoga Springs, UT | 6 mi | $23.27/hr | 57,411 |
| Draper, UT | 6 mi | $32.37/hr | 50,166 |
| Herriman, UT | 9 mi | $32.37/hr | 62,352 |
| Eagle Mountain, UT | 10 mi | $23.27/hr | 60,575 |
| Sandy, UT | 11 mi | $32.37/hr | 92,840 |
| South Jordan, UT | 11 mi | $32.37/hr | 86,156 |
Registered Dietitian jobs in Utah · Registered Dietitian jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Utah
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Utah taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Lehi
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Common questions
How much do registered dietitians make in Lehi, UT?
Registered Dietitians in the Provo-Orem-Lehi metro area have a median pay of $23.27 per hour, about $48,390 a year. The middle half earn between $16.65 and $27.40 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lehi a good place for registered dietitians once cost of living is counted?
Provo-Orem-Lehi ranks 250th of 251 metro areas for registered dietitian pay after adjusting for local prices, and 262nd of 266 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do registered dietitians work in Lehi?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in the Provo-Orem-Lehi area, led by Intermountain Health Utah Valley Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Utah license to work in Lehi as a registered dietitian?
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah 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 Lehi?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lehi is $117 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,337 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place registered dietitians in Lehi?
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- IHC Health Services, Inc.Murray, UT · 1 wage offer$34.86/ hr$31–$38
- CommonSpirit HealthStockton, CA · 8 postings$49.30/ hr$39–$64
- Emanate HealthWest Covina, CA · 3 postings$42.76/ hr$34–$62
- Sentara HealthcareHarrisonburg, VA · 3 postings$42.75/ hr$35–$60
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