How much does a biological science teacher make in Louisiana?
$79,010a year
Median yearly pay for biological science teachers in Louisiana. That is $37.99 an hour or $6,584 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.99
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 37 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 390
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $55,710Median: $79,010Highest 10%: $167,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,710 | $26.78 | |
| 25th | $62,360 | $29.98 | |
| Median | $79,010 | $37.99 | |
| 75th | $107,200 | $51.53 | |
| 90th | $167,000 | $80.31 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lafayette, LA | $100,300 |
| New Orleans, LA | $99,340 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological science teachers.
| 34. Ohio | $79,600 |
| 35. New Jersey | $79,540 |
| 36. Virginia | $79,190 |
| 37. Louisiana | $79,010 |
| 38. Tennessee | $78,940 |
| 39. Wisconsin | $78,920 |
| 40. Iowa | $78,060 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological science teacher make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $37.99 ($79,010 a year).
Do biological science teachers make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $79,010 against $84,620 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for biological science teacher pay?
Louisiana ranks 37 of 49 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays biological science teachers the most?
Lafayette, LA, with a median of $100,300 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.