Dietitians and Nutritionists Salary in Southwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $70,430 -4.6% vs national
Median hourly $33.86
10th percentile $40,440
90th percentile $100,030
National median $73,850

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,440
    25th
    $57,050
    50th (median)
    $70,430
    75th
    $83,700
    90th
    $100,030

    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
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    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$63,120
    Dental Hygienists$102,020
    Emergency Medical Technicians$44,380

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Dietitians and Nutritionists make per hour in Southwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Dietitians and Nutritionists in Southwest Colorado is $33.86, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.32 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Colorado above or below average for Dietitians and Nutritionists salaries?

    The median Dietitians and Nutritionists salary in Southwest Colorado is 4.6% 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Dietitians and Nutritionists (10th percentile) earn around $40,440 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,050.