A dietitian advises on nutrition and creates dietary plans, and their earnings in 2026 most often range from 4806 PLN gross (the 2026 minimum wage) per month for beginners to 12000 PLN gross for experienced specialists with their own practice. The average salary is around 6000 PLN gross, although income from private practice can be significantly higher.
What does a dietitian do?
A dietitian assesses nutritional status, creates individual nutrition plans, provides education and supports the treatment of diet-related diseases such as diabetes or obesity. They may work in a clinic, hospital, sports club or run their own practice and online consultations. The work combines medical knowledge with communication skills.
What affects earnings?
- Form of work — own practice and online consultations offer the highest income potential.
- Specialisation — clinical and sports dietetics can be better paid.
- Number of patients as well as recognisability and personal brand.
- Region as well as the billing model and additional income sources.
Regional differences and by experience
In large cities and private practice the earnings are highest. A junior earns 4806–5500 PLN, an experienced dietitian 5500–8000 PLN, and a recognised specialist with their own practice 8000–12000 PLN gross and more.
Demand and prospects
Growing health awareness and the trend for healthy eating keep demand for dietitians high, especially in private practice. To calculate net pay from a gross amount, use the salary calculator on liczbnik.pl.