Registered Dietitian salary in Montana
Registered Dietitians in Montana earn a median of $31.53 per hour, about $65,590 a year, 11% below the U.S. median of $35.50. The middle half earn between $28.77 and $37.79 per hour. The highest median among Montana metro areas is in Billings, MT, at $31.53 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $31.53median pay per hour
- $65,590median pay per year
- 310registered dietitians employed in Montana
- #35of 50 states by median pay
Registered Dietitian pay in Montana: percentiles
| Level | Montana per hour | Montana per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.89 | $51,770 | $23.48 |
| Lower quartile | $28.77 | $59,840 | $29.45 |
| Median | $31.53 | $65,590 | $35.50 |
| Upper quartile | $37.79 | $78,600 | $40.96 |
| Top 10% | $44.23 | $92,000 | $48.92 |
Registered Dietitian pay by metro area in Montana
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Montana median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billings, MT | $31.53 | $65,590 | 80 | in line with | $33.71 |
| Missoula, MT | $29.27 | $60,890 | 50 | 7% below | $30.35 |
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 Montana
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Montana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho | $31.32 | $65,140 | 1% below Montana |
| North Dakota | $30.06 | $62,520 | 5% below Montana |
| South Dakota | $30.01 | $62,420 | 5% below Montana |
| Wyoming | $34.02 | $70,760 | 8% above Montana |
What employers are posting in Montana
- 3roles with published pay
- $36.62median pay per hour
- $30–$44typical published range
- 1employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Logan Health | 3 | $36.62 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 3 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 Montana?
The median is $31.53 per hour, about $65,590 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $24.89 and the top 10% earn over $44.23 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Montana city pays registered dietitians the most?
Among Montana metro areas, Billings, MT has the highest median at $31.53 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Montana rank for registered dietitian pay?
Montana ranks 35th 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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- Logan HealthKalispell, MT · 3 postings$36.62/ hr$30–$45
- 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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