What to offer
A nursing home that copies a national midpoint will lose its dietitian to the hospital. Use this metro's median for someone new to clinical work, and the 75th for someone who covers several buildings alone.
| Percentile | Metro | CA | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25th | $74,910 | $83,270 | $63,080 |
| Median | $90,760 | $98,850 | $76,400 |
| 75th | $101,110 | $110,660 | $89,340 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
How hard this is to fill
This is the same score as the free check.
For one manager
Say whether the job is acute, long-term care, outpatient, or a mix. Ask about the RDN, the state license, and how many residents or patients the person carries.
License and training
Most states license or certify dietitians. Employers usually want the RDN credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration, which now requires a graduate degree for new candidates. Confirm your state's rule before you hire or start.
Sources: BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook, dietitians and nutritionists
Nearby metros
- Visalia, CA · 69 miles
- Oxnard, CA · 80 miles
- Santa Maria, CA · 85 miles
- San Luis Obispo, CA · 92 miles
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Questions
What do dietitians earn in Bakersfield, CA?
In Bakersfield, the May 2025 median for dietitians is about $90.8K, 19% over the U.S. median. The middle half runs from $74.9K to $101.1K.
Who hires dietitians in Bakersfield?
Hospitals, nursing homes, and clinics hire dietitians in Bakersfield. Organizations on file in the provider extract include Positive Directions, Purposeful Residential Care, Adventist Health Medical Center Tehachapi.
Do I need a license to work as a dietitian in California?
Most states license or certify dietitians. Check the California rule before you start in Bakersfield.
What should a nursing home in Bakersfield weigh when hiring a dietitian?
Ask about the RDN and how many buildings the person has covered. Bakersfield has about a third fewer of these workers than a typical metro. This metro is 8% under the California median.