Registered Dietitian salary in Missouri
Registered Dietitians in Missouri earn a median of $29.97 per hour, about $62,340 a year, 16% below the U.S. median of $35.50. The middle half earn between $24.37 and $36.84 per hour. The highest median among Missouri metro areas is in St. Louis, MO-IL, at $32.43 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $29.97median pay per hour
- $62,340median pay per year
- 1,620registered dietitians employed in Missouri
- #47of 50 states by median pay
Registered Dietitian pay in Missouri: percentiles
| Level | Missouri per hour | Missouri per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $13.67 | $28,430 | $23.48 |
| Lower quartile | $24.37 | $50,690 | $29.45 |
| Median | $29.97 | $62,340 | $35.50 |
| Upper quartile | $36.84 | $76,630 | $40.96 |
| Top 10% | $40.42 | $84,070 | $48.92 |
Registered Dietitian pay by metro area in Missouri
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Missouri median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis, MO-IL | $32.43 | $67,450 | 580 | 8% above | $34.11 |
| Kansas City, MO-KS | $31.89 | $66,340 | 530 | 6% above | $34.46 |
| Columbia, MO | $30.92 | $64,310 | 80 | 3% above | $34.57 |
| Springfield, MO | $29.81 | $62,000 | 140 | 1% below | $33.65 |
| Joplin, MO-KS | $28.16 | $58,580 | 40 | 6% below | $32.85 |
| St. Joseph, MO-KS | $27.95 | $58,140 | 30 | 7% below | $32.36 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $27.50 | $57,200 | 40 | 8% below | $31.26 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO-IL | $24.43 | $50,810 | 40 | 18% below | $28.38 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Registered Dietitian pay in states next to Missouri
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Missouri |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | $29.20 | $60,740 | 3% below Missouri |
| Illinois | $32.58 | $67,760 | 9% above Missouri |
| Iowa | $33.12 | $68,880 | 11% above Missouri |
| Kansas | $31.22 | $64,930 | 4% above Missouri |
| Kentucky | $31.85 | $66,250 | 6% above Missouri |
| Nebraska | $32.96 | $68,560 | 10% above Missouri |
| Oklahoma | $32.42 | $67,430 | 8% above Missouri |
| Tennessee | $30.11 | $62,630 | in line with Missouri |
What employers are posting in Missouri
- 4roles with published pay
- $40.81median pay per hour
- $29–$48typical published range
- 4employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command | 1 | $49.49 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 1 | $44.13 |
| Select Medical | 1 | $37.50 |
| University of Missouri Health Care | 1 | $35.10 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 4 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
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Common questions
How much does a registered dietitian make in Missouri?
The median is $29.97 per hour, about $62,340 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $13.67 and the top 10% earn over $40.42 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Missouri city pays registered dietitians the most?
Among Missouri metro areas, St. Louis, MO-IL has the highest median at $32.43 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Missouri rank for registered dietitian pay?
Missouri ranks 47th of 50 states by median registered dietitian pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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