Registered Dietetic Technician Salary in the United States

How much does a Registered Dietetic Technician make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Registered Dietetic Technician in the United States is $62,999 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, a Registered Dietetic Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,908
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,557 to $68,709
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,601
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Registered Dietetic Technician Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $68,709 $5,726 $1,321 $33
Average $62,999 $5,250 $1,212 $30
25th Percentile $57,557 $4,796 $1,107 $28
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Key Factors That Influence Registered Dietetic Technician Salaries

A Registered Dietetic Technician's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

Top Paying Cities for Registered Dietetic Technicians

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $79,461
  • San Francisco: $78,591
  • Oakland: $76,935

What Skills Can Increase a Registered Dietetic Technician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 4.46% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Patient Care (Mentioned in 3.85% Job Postings): Patient care refers to the prevention, treatment, and management of illness and the preservation of physical and mental well-being through services offered by health professionals.
  • Geriatrics (Mentioned in 1.71% Job Postings): Geriatrics, or geriatric medicine, is a medical specialty focused on providing care for the unique health needs of older adults. The term geriatrics originates from the Greek geron meaning "old man", and iatros meaning "healer".
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 4.46%
Patient Care 3.85%
Geriatrics 1.71%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Registered Dietetic Technician's salary.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Healthcare Services: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Problem Solving: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Insight
$66,779
6%
Healthcare Services
$66,779
6%
Problem Solving
$65,519
4%
Organizing
$65,519
4%
Coordination
$64,889
3%
Leadership
$64,889
3%
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Registered Dietetic Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Registered Dietetic Technician roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Registered Dietetic Technician positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Registered Dietetic Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Registered Dietetic Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$75,599$36.020%

How Education impacts a Registered Dietetic Technician's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Registered Dietetic Technicians enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Registered Dietetic Technician with a Bachelor's Degree is between $67,524 and $71,327).

Registered Dietetic Technician Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Registered Dietetic Technician
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.0%
High School 1.0%
Associates 1.4%
Bachelors 50.3%
Masters 44.8%
Doctorate 2.3%
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Registered Dietetic Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Registered Dietetic Technician's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Registered Dietetic Technician

Salaries for a Registered Dietetic Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $64,639 in 2023 to around $64,156 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Registered Dietetic Technician salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Registered Dietetic Technician Over Time

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2023
$64,639
2024
$64,719
2025
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2024 $64,719
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Most common benefits for Registered Dietetic Technician

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Registered Dietetic Technician

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Registered Dietetic Technician?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Registered Dietetic Technician roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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