Registered Dietitian jobs in Salt Lake City, UT
The median registered dietitian pay in the Salt Lake City area is $32.37 per hour ($67,330 a year), with the typical range running from $29.41 to $38.73. That ranks 146th of 266 U.S. metro areas for registered dietitian pay, and 217th of 251 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in Salt Lake City. The free report below lists employers near Salt Lake City and what they pay.
- $32.37median pay per hour, Salt Lake City
- $29–$39typical range per hour
- 410registered dietitians employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Registered Dietitian pay in Salt Lake City, UT
The metro median is 10% above the Utah statewide median of $29.41 per hour. Nationally the median is $35.50 per hour. BLS counts about 410 dietitians and nutritionists employed in the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.02).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.69 | $49,280 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.41 | $61,170 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $32.37 | $67,330 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.73 | $80,560 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $47.89 | $99,610 | 35% above U.S. median |
How Salt Lake City ranks
- 146th of 266 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 217th of 251 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st 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 Salt Lake City
- Overall prices in Salt Lake City-Murray run 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% above the U.S. average (index 123.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $32.37 median hour buys what $32.09 buys at the national price level, 10% 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: $58,266
- Per month: $4,856
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Salt Lake City
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $142 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,554 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,202 |
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 Salt Lake City
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Salt Lake City, 4 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered dietitians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lds Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Utah Hospital And Clinics Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Mark's Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Va Salt Lake City Healthcare - George E. Wahlen Va Medical Center Salt Lake City, UT | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Holy Cross Hospital - Salt Lake Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Primary Children's Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Marian Center Salt Lake City, UT | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Salt Lake Behavioral Health Salt Lake City, UT | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Valley City, UT | 7 mi | $32.37/hr | 138,144 |
| Millcreek, UT | 8 mi | $32.37/hr | 64,217 |
| Layton, UT | 21 mi | $29.60/hr | 84,348 |
| Lehi, UT | 25 mi | $23.27/hr | 93,446 |
| Saratoga Springs, UT | 30 mi | $23.27/hr | 57,411 |
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 Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do registered dietitians make in Salt Lake City, UT?
Registered Dietitians in the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area have a median pay of $32.37 per hour, about $67,330 a year. The middle half earn between $29.41 and $38.73 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Salt Lake City a good place for registered dietitians once cost of living is counted?
Salt Lake City-Murray ranks 217th of 251 metro areas for registered dietitian pay after adjusting for local prices, and 146th of 266 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do registered dietitians work in Salt Lake City?
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Salt Lake City, led by Lds Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Utah license to work in Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Salt Lake City is $142 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,554 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place registered dietitians in Salt Lake City?
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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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