Dietitians and Nutritionists Salary in Northwest Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $62,040 -16% vs national
Median hourly $29.83
10th percentile $38,640
90th percentile $85,670
Employed locally 40
National median $73,850

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,640
    25th
    $52,110
    50th (median)
    $62,040
    75th
    $69,580
    90th
    $85,670

    Top-paying metros for Dietitians and Nutritionists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Vallejo, CA $108,490
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $106,520
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $102,600
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $101,820
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $100,580
    Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA $99,530

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,540
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $63,550
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,160
    Dental Hygienists $84,900
    Emergency Medical Technicians $35,610
    Nurse Practitioners $128,070

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Dietitians and Nutritionists make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Dietitians and Nutritionists in Northwest Illinois is $29.83, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.74 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Dietitians and Nutritionists salaries?

    The median Dietitians and Nutritionists salary in Northwest Illinois is 16% below the national median of $73,850. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Dietitians and Nutritionists in Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Dietitians and Nutritionists (10th percentile) earn around $38,640 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,110.