Dietary Technician salary in Kenya

Average Yearly Salary of Dietary Technician in Kenya is approximately 504,063 KES (3,186 USD). Data is for 2025 and indicates a pre-tax value. The salary itself depends on multiple factors such as seniority, job performance, certifications, experience or any other bonuses. The value indicated is an average amount based on records we have in database. Real values may vary. The data is for orientational purposes.

What does Dietary Technician do?

A dietary technician is a healthcare professional who specializes in providing nutritional support and guidance to individuals. They work closely with registered dietitians and other healthcare professionals to assess patients' nutritional needs, develop personalized meal plans, and monitor their progress. Dietary technicians may work in hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, or other healthcare facilities. Their responsibilities include conducting nutritional assessments, calculating calorie and nutrient requirements, educating patients on healthy eating habits, and monitoring food intake. They may also assist in meal planning, food preparation, and ensuring that patients' dietary restrictions and preferences are met.

Skills: Dietary technician, Nutrition support, Meal planning, Nutritional assessment, Healthcare, Nutritional guidance
Job industry: Healthcare

How much does Dietary Technician make?

Difference in salary year over year or average salary increase is approximately 4 %


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Salary comparison to National average

Is Dietary Technician a well paid job?

No, our data shows that Dietary Technician is typically not a well-paid job. The salary varies based on experience. Meaning that even though Dietary Technician might be a low paying job, with experience the salary might increase to satisfactory levels.

What is considered a high salary for Dietary Technician?

High salary for Dietary Technician would be somewhere between 554,469 KES and 730,891 KES. However this is an estimation based on Gaussian Distribution.

How much can you save working as Dietary Technician in Kenya?

Living in Kenya the approximate monthly expenses are: 240 USD. This amount covers basic needs such as food, housing, clothing, healthcare and education costs for a single person. No luxury expenses such as traveling, leisure, hobbies are included in the estimation.

Estimated Yearly Salary: 504,063 KES
Estimated Monthly Salary: 42,005 KES
Estimated Weekly Salary: 9,694 KES per week
Estimated Hourly Salary: 242 KES per hour
By working as Dietary Technician a person can save up to 26 USD per month or 306 USD yearly. Values are pre-tax.

NOTE: These values are estimates and are averaged for the whole country. Furthermore the value is likely exaggerated as no other expenses are taken into account in the projection. Unessential expenses are very subjective and are difficult to assess. Most likely the previously estimated number is significantly lower for majority of people. Expenses in different cities across the country may vary. Above values accuracy is low and is based on limited set of data obtained.

For more information regarding expenses in Kenya, see costs of living in Kenya.

Salary comparison to region and neighbouring coutries

Country's neighbours are: Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda..
To make it easier for comparison a conversion from local currency to USD has been made (conversion rates may vary).

Estimated Yearly Salary for Dietary Technician

Last revision of data: 2025-01-04

Salary increase per years of experience

Based on data available the salary increase per years of experience is as following

0 years (beginner) equals base salary

1 to 5 years of experience yields +12% salary increase

6 to 10 years of experience yields +25% salary increase

11 to 15 years of experience yields +16% salary increase

16 to 25 years of experience yields +9% salary increase

more than 25 years of experience yields +10% salary increase

NOTE: Details based on limited set of data. Percentages may vary. The salary increase over years of experience can vary widely based on factors such as job industry, job role, location, company size, and individual performance. To gain even larger increase in salary one is advised to switch jobs and / or employer.

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