Salary of Dietitians in Indiana
Dietitians do far more than just tell people to eat well. They also work to educate Indiana residents about protein, good fats, nutrition, vegetables and the best way to power their bodies. Dietitians are employed throughout Indiana school systems and are affiliated with hospitals, doctors' offices and restaurants in the state. While some dietitians plan meals, others are involved with food research and its effects on the body.
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Facts
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Dietitians in the U.S. earned a national average salary of $53,230 a year, according to a 2009 survey by the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics. This was significantly higher than the approximately 1,230 dietitians in Indiana earned, with the state's annual median wage at $47,540, $5,690 less than the national average.
Ranges
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Some Indiana dietitians earned far more than both their state's and the country's median wage for the profession. The annual 90th percentile wage of dietitians in Indiana was $66,120 in 2009. Dietitians earning at the bottom 10th percentile of the wage range earned $31,090 a year.
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Considerations
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Earning a salary as a dietitian in Indiana requires more than just knowing what not to eat. Dietitians train for their careers through one of 279 college programs accredited by the American Dietetic Association's Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education, including two schools in Indiana: Indiana State University and Purdue. Upon graduation, prospective dietitians may be required to sit for an exam to receive their licensing.
Outlook
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As the benefits of eating right become more obvious to the nation, dietitians may see a rise in employment in their field. The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 9 percent growth, or 5,600 jobs added across the country through 2018, in part due to an aging population and increased knowledge of the damaging effects of obesity. The BLS recommends dietitians with specialized training and certifications will be in the most demand.
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