31121 economic 2025-2027
Halifax Good
Canada Good
Dietitians and nutritionists in Halifax
Salary Information
Wage data for this region
Entry-level
$27.92
/hr
Typical
$39.46
/hr
Experienced
$49.62
/hr
Source: Job Bank Canada. Wages may vary by region and experience.
Employment Trends Analysis
The employment outlook will be Good for dietitians and nutritionists (NOC 31121) in the Halifax region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
- Recent graduates from fields of study related to this occupation have found it difficult to find work.
Additional information is available at the provincial level.
Here are some key facts about dietitians and nutritionists in the Halifax region:
- Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Dietitians and nutritionists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Hospitals (NAICS 622): 56%
- Nursing and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 18%
- Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 13%
- Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 8%