Dietitians and Nutritionists
Plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease. May supervise activities of a department providing quantity food services, counsel individuals, or conduct nutritional research.
How to read this profile
BLS projects U.S. employment for Dietitians and Nutritionists to increase by 7.7% between 2024 and 2034, from 86,300 to 93,000 jobs. Its estimate of 5,700 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($76,400), education (Bachelor's degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
86,300
Projected employment (2034)
93,000
Projected change (2024–2034)
8%
Annual openings (projected average)
5,700
Pay & Preparation
$76,400
Bachelor's degree
None
Internship/residency
Essential Skills
Social Perceptiveness (4/5) • Active Listening (4/5) • Speaking (4/5) • Judgment and Decision Making (4/5) • Critical Thinking (4/5) • Reading Comprehension (4/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
Market data tells you what is happening.
SmartBid shows you where you fit.
Evaluate opportunities using demand, competition, client quality, and your experience—then focus your effort where you have the strongest chance to win.
Find my best opportunities