Dietetic Technician Salary in New York (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Dietetic Technicians in New York, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$50,420
per year
Hourly Rate
$24.24
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+34% vs US median
US median $37,640
State Rank
#2 of 45
1,580 employed here

How much does a Dietetic Technician make in New York?

A Dietetic Technician working in New York earns a median salary of $50,420 per year, or about $24.24 per hour. That is 34% above the national median of $37,640 for this occupation.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $35,620 while the top 10% make $64,950 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $38,900 and $60,980 a year.

Dietetic Technician salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$35,620$17.13
25th percentile (early career)$38,900$18.70
50th percentile (median)$50,420$24.24
75th percentile (experienced)$60,980$29.32
90th percentile (top earners)$64,950$31.23

How New York compares

New York ranks 2nd out of 45 states and territories for Dietetic Technician pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Oregon$54,670
2New York$50,420
3Colorado$47,810
4Minnesota$47,610
5Washington$47,000

Working as a Dietetic Technician in New York

Nationally, about 32,000 people work as Dietetic Technicians in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($50,420) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Dietetic Technician make in New York?
The median Dietetic Technician salary in New York is $50,420 per year, or about $24.24 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $35,620 at the entry level to $64,950 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Dietetic Technicians about 34% more than the national median of $37,640. New York ranks 2nd out of 45 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Dietetic Technicians?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $50,420 a year. About 1,580 Dietetic Technicians are employed in New York. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.