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Dietetic Technicians is a notable career in the 29 category. This page provides verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024), helping you compare Dietetic Technicians against similar careers and make data-driven decisions.
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| soc | 29-2051 |
| title | Dietetic Technicians |
| onet code | 29-2051.00 |
| description | Assist in the provision of food service and nutritional programs, under the supervision of a dietitian. May plan and produce meals based on established guidelines, teach principles of food and nutrition, or counsel individuals. |
| job zone | 3 |
| major group | 29 |
| tot emp | 29,950 |
| a mean | 39,560 |
| a median | 37,040 |
| a pct10 | 28,280 |
| a pct25 | 32,460 |
| a pct75 | 44,290 |
| a pct90 | 53,440 |
| h mean | 19 |
| h median | 17 |
The day-to-day work of a dietetic technicians typically centers on observe and monitor patient food intake and body weight, and report changes, progress, and dietary problems to dietician. Every task listed below is classified as Core in O*NET — they collectively define the role. Task descriptions below are quoted from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET 29.0 occupation profile.
Workers in this occupation rely most on Speaking, Active Listening, and Monitoring. Across the top 10 skills, the average O*NET importance score is 3.16 out of 5 — moderately weighted for this role. Importance reflects how essential each skill is for adequate job performance.
Among working dietetic technicians, the most common entry qualification is a Associate's Degree (or other 2 (34.6%). Bachelor's-degree-or-higher credentials are reported by 0% of incumbents. Most workers enter without a four-year degree, making this a relatively accessible career path.
Median annual pay is highest in Oregon at $52,800 and lowest in Kentucky at $27,910 — a 1.9× spread. The top five states (Oregon, New York, New Hampshire, District of Columbia, Minnesota) average $47,996. Figures reflect BLS OEWS May 2024 state-level wage estimates; percentiles shown are for full-time wage-earners in each state.
| State | Median | Mean | 10th % | 90th % | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon | $52,800 | $50,450 | $37,200 | $59,880 | 70 |
| New York | $48,230 | $48,750 | $34,780 | $63,080 | 1,720 |
| New Hampshire | $47,440 | $45,430 | $38,950 | $50,540 | 50 |
| District of Columbia | $46,100 | $46,930 | $37,370 | $62,770 | 120 |
| Minnesota | $45,410 | $49,080 | $41,270 | $61,250 | 170 |
| Washington | $45,310 | $46,730 | $39,250 | $58,510 | 370 |
| Colorado | $44,670 | $46,170 | $36,450 | $49,510 | 240 |
| Vermont | $43,720 | $46,580 | $30,090 | $65,790 | 40 |
| California | $43,460 | $46,760 | $35,390 | $66,170 | 6,120 |
| Maine | $42,780 | $43,750 | $40,550 | $48,950 | 30 |
| Hawaii | $42,510 | $43,820 | $34,760 | $51,430 | 130 |
| Arizona | $41,770 | $51,420 | $36,080 | $53,980 | 520 |
| Illinois | $41,440 | $42,360 | $35,810 | $48,980 | 510 |
| Rhode Island | $40,910 | $44,760 | $37,720 | $66,540 | 40 |
| Delaware | $39,840 | $42,520 | $37,660 | $48,130 | 120 |
| Ohio | $39,290 | $41,920 | $30,430 | $55,320 | 710 |
| Massachusetts | $39,190 | $42,170 | $36,090 | $50,270 | 850 |
| Utah | $39,180 | $40,830 | $34,560 | $48,250 | 650 |
| Virginia | $38,540 | $40,910 | $32,120 | $53,250 | 400 |
| New Jersey | $37,850 | $39,590 | $31,950 | $47,600 | 730 |
| Oklahoma | $37,770 | $38,440 | $32,060 | $45,480 | 130 |
| Connecticut | $37,150 | $40,590 | $33,460 | $49,430 | 400 |
| Wisconsin | $36,810 | $37,610 | $30,600 | $45,790 | 380 |
| Nebraska | $36,780 | $38,600 | $32,280 | $45,610 | 100 |
| Nevada | $36,280 | $37,520 | $29,120 | $46,500 | 470 |
| Michigan | $35,330 | $35,600 | $30,130 | $38,830 | 2,770 |
| Missouri | $35,040 | $34,980 | $28,990 | $39,930 | 180 |
| Kansas | $34,870 | $35,790 | $31,420 | $40,120 | 180 |
| Pennsylvania | $34,750 | $35,320 | $28,910 | $45,000 | 2,000 |
| New Mexico | $34,680 | $35,600 | $30,670 | $39,520 | 80 |
| Maryland | $34,520 | $36,410 | $31,330 | $43,520 | 850 |
| Florida | $34,430 | $36,090 | $30,250 | $44,240 | 1,800 |
| Iowa | $34,000 | $33,950 | $23,860 | $38,520 | 310 |
| West Virginia | $33,330 | $34,000 | $27,010 | $38,400 | 230 |
| Arkansas | $32,940 | $37,010 | $29,120 | $47,610 | 100 |
| Indiana | $31,620 | $34,880 | $26,420 | $45,700 | 670 |
| Idaho | $30,700 | $33,630 | $28,410 | $43,540 | 240 |
| South Carolina | $30,290 | $31,680 | $24,770 | $37,430 | 390 |
| North Carolina | $29,520 | $30,500 | $23,530 | $38,720 | 1,470 |
| Georgia | $29,100 | $37,350 | $23,440 | $63,960 | 390 |
| Louisiana | $28,740 | $30,410 | $21,940 | $38,000 | 150 |
| Mississippi | $28,340 | $30,330 | $21,990 | $38,270 | 110 |
| Texas | $28,330 | $30,580 | $22,880 | $38,870 | 1,880 |
| Kentucky | $27,910 | $28,760 | $22,560 | $36,890 | 620 |
Recruiters and job boards use several alternate titles for dietetic technicians. Knowing these variants widens your job search — listings for Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) or Child Nutrition Assistant frequently describe the same role. The list below is a sample of the most common industry variants.
This data helps you understand how Dietetic Technicians compares to others in the 29 category. Use it to make informed decisions based on verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0.
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