What are the main factors that influence a Certified Nutritionist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Certified Nutritionist?

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

How does experience change A Certified Nutritionist's salary?

A Certified Nutritionist's salary grows with experience: a Certified Nutritionist (2-4 years)earns $64,344, a Dietitian Supervisor (4+ years)earns $55,625, a Dietitian Manager (4-5 years)earns $83,139, a Dietitian Director (5+ years)earns $101,672,

What are the highest paying states for a Certified Nutritionist?

Certified Nutritionist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Certified Nutritionist roles are District of Columbia $70,861, California $70,592, Massachusetts $69,651. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Certified Nutritionist roles make?

Salaries for Certified Nutritionist level roles vary by specialization: Animal Nutritionist: $83,099; Medical Nutritionist: $66,506; Dairy Nutritionist: $66,473; Sports Nutritionist: $66,007; Clinical Nutritionist: $63,400.

Certified Nutritionist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Certified Nutritionist make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Certified Nutritionist in Delaware is $64,813 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, a Certified Nutritionist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,984
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,718 to $71,184
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $55,079

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Certified Nutritionist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,184	$5,932	$1,369	$34
Average	$64,813	$5,401	$1,246	$31
25th Percentile	$59,718	$4,976	$1,148	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Certified Nutritionist Salaries

A Certified Nutritionist'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Certified Nutritionist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Certified Nutritionists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $70,861.
California: $70,592.
Massachusetts: $69,651.

District of Columbia $70,861 California $70,592 Massachusetts $69,651 Washington $69,395 New Jersey $69,369 Alaska $69,280 Connecticut $68,397 New York $68,038

Hawaii $66,893 Rhode Island $66,355 Maryland $65,990 Minnesota $65,491 Colorado $65,299 Illinois $65,235 Oregon $64,992 Delaware $64,813

New Hampshire $64,700 Virginia $64,448 Pennsylvania $63,712 Nevada $63,341 North Dakota $63,219 Michigan $63,027 Wisconsin $62,957 Vermont $62,816

Texas $62,425 Maine $62,400 Arizona $62,361 Ohio $62,317 Georgia $61,728 Indiana $61,433 Wyoming $61,376 Utah $61,286

Iowa $61,248 Kansas $60,941 Louisiana $60,851 North Carolina $60,819 Missouri $60,806 Florida $60,557 Montana $60,422 Nebraska $60,294

Kentucky $60,224 South Carolina $59,968 Tennessee $59,808 Idaho $59,744 New Mexico $59,277 Oklahoma $59,174 Alabama $58,797 South Dakota $58,163

Arkansas $57,817 West Virginia $57,632 Mississippi $57,075

Top Paying Cities for Certified Nutritionists

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:

Lincoln: $64,521
Little Creek: $64,993
Magnolia: $64,900

Lincoln, DE $64,521 Little Creek, DE $64,993 Magnolia, DE $64,900 Milford, DE $64,685 Marydel, DE $64,791 Millsboro, DE $64,250 Millville, DE $64,349 Milton, DE $64,461

Nassau, DE $64,507 Ocean View, DE $64,338 Rehoboth Beach, DE $64,462 Seaford, DE $64,498 Selbyville, DE $64,231 Smyrna, DE $65,038 Viola, DE $64,738 Woodside, DE $64,912

Bear, DE $64,763 Newark, DE $64,738 Claymont, DE $64,871 Delaware City, DE $64,803 Hockessin, DE $64,733 Kirkwood, DE $64,791 Middletown, DE $64,816 Montchanin, DE $64,747

New Castle, DE $64,757 Odessa, DE $64,848 Port Penn, DE $64,891 Rockland, DE $64,754 Saint Georges, DE $64,795 Townsend, DE $64,895 Winterthur, DE $64,761 Lewes, DE $64,486

Wilmington, DE $64,736 Dover, DE $64,993 Dover Afb, DE $64,651 Bethany Beach, DE $64,271 Bethel, DE $64,337 Bridgeville, DE $64,489 Camden Wyoming, DE $64,810 Cheswold, DE $64,972

Clayton, DE $64,974 Dagsboro, DE $64,226 Delmar, DE $64,123 Ellendale, DE $64,317 Felton, DE $64,679 Fenwick Island, DE $64,240 Frankford, DE $64,128 Frederica, DE $64,743

Georgetown, DE $64,201 Greenwood, DE $64,499 Harbeson, DE $64,270 Harrington, DE $64,598 Hartly, DE $64,799 Houston, DE $64,505 Kenton, DE $64,977 Laurel, DE $64,163

Yorklyn, DE $64,752

Certified Nutritionist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Certified Nutritionist 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, Certified Nutritionist positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Certified Nutritionist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Certified Nutritionist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$77,775	$37.0	20%

Certified Nutritionist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Certified Nutritionist'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

$59,718

Average $64,813/year

$71,184

$4,976

Average $5,401/month

$5,932

$1,148

Average $1,246/week

$1,369

$29

Average $31/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,184	$5,932	$1,369	$34
Average	$64,813	$5,401	$1,246	$31
25th Percentile	$59,718	$4,976	$1,148	$29

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