Registered Dietitian Salary Guide: California

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Average Registered Dietitian Salary

$52.46/hour

The average salary for a Registered Dietitian in California is $52.46 per hour. This is 70% lower than the US average of $89.19.

Last updated on March 20, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Registered Dietitian salaries in California compared to National Averages

$52.46/hour

California

70% lower than the US average.

$89.19/hour

United States

How does the pay for Registered Dietitians in California compare to nearby states?

Only Texas reports pay data for Registered Dietitians, averaging $90 per hour. Texas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the California average for Registered Dietitians is $52 per hour — Texas pays 71% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Texas	$90	$100

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Dietitian jobs in California?

Pennant Services pays Registered Dietitians the most, averaging $47 per hour, followed by Adventist Health ($46). Pennant Services also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $75. For comparison, the California average for Registered Dietitians is $52 per hour — Pennant Services pays 11% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Pennant Services	$47	$75
Adventist Health	$46	$49

Last updated on March 20, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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