Salary of a Nutritionist in Virginia

Nutritionist Salaries in Virginia

The nutritionist salary in Virginia averages out to be around $62,000 per year; however, education, experience, and location are large factors affecting that number. Here are some of the most average salaries for some of the major cities in Virginia:

• Alexandria: $67,000
• Arlington: $67000
• Charlottesville: $51,000
• Lynchburg: $51,000
• Norfolk: $47,000
• Richmond: $53,000
• Roanoke: $49,000
• Virginia Beach: $47,000

Schools and Accreditation

The American Dietetic Association Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education is responsible for enforcing accreditation standards on compliant schools. As they are a branch of the American Dietetic Association, their name is extremely well respected and recognized. While the state does not mandate that you attend a school with such accreditation, attending a school that is recognized by this organization is a good indicator to clinics that you are competent and valuable as a nutritionist.