How much does a biological scientist make in Louisiana?
$69,590a year
Median yearly pay for biological scientists in Louisiana. That is $33.46 an hour or $5,799 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.46
- Vs. national median
- -30%
- Rank among states
- 49 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 580
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,390Median: $69,590Highest 10%: $106,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,390 | $20.38 | |
| 25th | $54,510 | $26.21 | |
| Median | $69,590 | $33.46 | |
| 75th | $91,170 | $43.83 | |
| 90th | $106,300 | $51.12 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New Orleans, LA | $78,850 |
| Lafayette, LA | $73,920 |
| Alexandria, LA | $71,280 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $67,570 |
| Slidell, LA | $61,950 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological scientists.
| 46. Minnesota | $76,400 |
| 47. Nevada | $74,210 |
| 48. South Dakota | $73,920 |
| 49. Louisiana | $69,590 |
| 50. Missouri | $63,290 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological scientist make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $33.46 ($69,590 a year).
Do biological scientists make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $69,590 against $98,920 nationally, 30% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for biological scientist pay?
Louisiana ranks 49 of 50 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays biological scientists the most?
New Orleans-Metairie, LA, with a median of $78,850 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.