Dietetic Technicians Salary in Central Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $34,210 -7.6% vs national
Median hourly $16.45
10th percentile $26,970
90th percentile $45,800
Employed locally 50
National median $37,040

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $26,970
    25th
    $29,160
    50th (median)
    $34,210
    75th
    $35,270
    90th
    $45,800

    Top-paying metros for Dietetic Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Redding, CA $59,760
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $58,040
    Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area $54,230
    Oregon $52,800
    Syracuse, NY $48,950
    Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA $48,720

    Related occupations in Central Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $81,270
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,480
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,050
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,660
    Physical Therapists $94,140
    Pharmacists $132,770

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Dietetic Technicians make per hour in Central Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Dietetic Technicians in Central Pennsylvania is $16.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $19.00 or more per hour.

    Is Central Pennsylvania above or below average for Dietetic Technicians salaries?

    The median Dietetic Technicians salary in Central Pennsylvania is 7.6% below the national median of $37,040. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Dietetic Technicians in Central Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Dietetic Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $26,970 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,160.