Salary of a Nutritionist in Maryland

By Joanna Pelletier, allied health world contributing writer
Published: July, 14 2010

Nutritionist Salaries in Maryland

The salary of a nutritionist in Maryland is enough to serve as a household income or help an individual start the life of their dreams. With an average yearly salary of $59,000, nutritionists in Maryland can live comfortably while working in a satisfying career.

Hospitals, clinics, schools, and other hiring organizations typically base their nutritionist pay on living costs in a particular area, how many positions they have available, and what skills the candidate can offer. Currently, nutritionists with the highest salaries live in Silver Springs and Columbia, where nutritionists make an average of $64,000 per year. Nutritionists in Baltimore and Ellicot City, on the other hand, have slightly lower salaries. An entry to mid-level candidate in either of these cities can expect to earn up to $57,000 per year.

The difference in salaries between each of these locations should not discourage anyone from living in or near a given location or pursuing a career in nutrition. In fact, these numbers match how much it costs to live and work in each city, no matter how high or low the living costs may be there.  Nutritionists in Maryland can be assured that their salaries will elevate as they grow into their professions.