Dietitian and Nutritionist Salary in Nebraska
Based on 570+ workers in Nebraska
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (NE)
$70,160
$33.73/hr
vs National Average
$73,491
-4.5% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$57K – $90K
570 employed in Nebraska
Salary Distribution — Dietitian and Nutritionist in Nebraska
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $57,340 |
| 25th percentile | $60,230 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $70,160 |
| 75th percentile | $80,930 |
| 90th percentile | $89,550 |
Top-Paying Industries for Dietitian and Nutritionist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Dietitian and Nutritionists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Dietitian and Nutritionists in Nebraska tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | $89,900 | 120 |
| Real Estate and Rental and Leasing | $86,880 | 70 |
| Finance and Insurance | $80,480 | 150 |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $78,070 | 9K |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $77,380 | 800 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Dietitian and Nutritionist in Nebraska vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Nebraska) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $63,180 |
| 2023 | $63,610 |
| 2024 | $68,560 |
| 2025 | $70,160 |
| 2026 (projected) | $71,797 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Nebraska Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $63,180 | $66,075 |
| 2023 | $63,610 | $68,348 |
| 2024 | $68,560 | $70,657 |
| 2025 | $70,160 | $73,491 |
| 2026 (projected) | $71,797 | $75,206 |
Dietitian and Nutritionist Salary by Experience Level in Nebraska
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $60,230 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $70,160 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $80,930 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $89,550 |
Dietitian and Nutritionist Salary in Other States
Related Dietitian and Nutritionist Salaries in Nebraska
How other high-demand occupations in Nebraska compare to Dietitian and Nutritionist ($70,160 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Dietitian and Nutritionist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiologist in NE | $646,300 | +821.2% | $310.72/hr |
| Emergency Medicine Physician in NE | $371,880 | +430.0% | $178.79/hr |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist in NE | $342,570 | +388.3% | $164.70/hr |
| Surgeon in NE | $341,410 | +386.6% | $164.14/hr |
| Anesthesiologist in NE | $334,210 | +376.4% | $160.68/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in NE | $246,730 | +251.7% | $118.62/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in NE | $228,590 | +225.8% | $109.90/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in NE | $221,360 | +215.5% | $106.42/hr |
| Dentist in NE | $179,750 | +156.2% | $86.42/hr |
| Pediatrician in NE | $175,990 | +150.8% | $84.61/hr |
| Pharmacist in NE | $139,330 | +98.6% | $66.99/hr |
| Nurse Midwife in NE | $138,880 | +97.9% | $66.77/hr |