Dietitians and Nutritionists Salary in Tennessee
Dietitians and Nutritionists in Tennessee earn a median of $67,620 a year, −11% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $67,620
- vs. U.S. median
- −11% ($76,400)
- Rank among states
- 37 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,230
Pay range in Tennessee
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $40,860; the top 10% earn over $90,200. Nationally the range is $49,090 to $103,720.
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Dietitians and Nutritionists pay in Tennessee
How much do dietitians and nutritionists make in Tennessee?
The median is $67,620 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $40,860 and the top 10% earn over $90,200. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Tennessee a good state for dietitians and nutritionists?
On pay alone it ranks 37 of 51 (−11% vs. the national median of $76,400). Living costs are not included.