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Dietitians and Nutritionists in District of Columbia

Dietitians and nutritionists develop food and nutrition programs to promote health and prevent disease. They work in hospitals, clinics, schools, corporate wellness programs, and research facilities In District of Columbia the median pay is $82,150 a year, 8% above the national median of $76,400.

$82,150median pay in District of Columbia, per year
$77,210–$98,430middle half earn
270employed in District of Columbia
$76,400U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in District of Columbia

201open roles like this on employer career sites, 14 in District of Columbia or remote
11employers hiring
68posted in the last 7 days
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Openings in District of Columbia and remote

  • Dietitian - Clinical · Veterans Health Administration · Washington, District of Columbia · $57736–$111087

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What it takes

Preparation: Extensive preparation (graduate degree and/or many years of experience). Most hold a bachelor’s degree.

Skills that matter most

Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningSpeakingCritical ThinkingSocial PerceptivenessJudgment and Decision MakingWritingMonitoring

Knowledge areas

BiologyMedicine and DentistryEnglish LanguageTherapy and CounselingCustomer and Personal ServicePsychology

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O*NET-SOC 29-1031.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, District of Columbia, annual.