How much does a business teacher make in Louisiana?
$129,000a year
Median yearly pay for business teachers in Louisiana. That is $62.04 an hour or $10,750 a month.
- Hourly
- $62.04
- Vs. national median
- +30%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 640
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,030Median: $129,000Highest 10%: $218,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,030 | $27.90 | |
| 25th | $81,690 | $39.27 | |
| Median | $129,000 | $62.04 | |
| 75th | $176,600 | $84.89 | |
| 90th | $218,900 | $105.23 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New Orleans, LA | $137,500 |
| Lafayette, LA | $127,800 |
| Houma, LA | $108,900 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for business teachers.
| 1. Alaska | $168,900 |
| 2. Delaware | $130,400 |
| 3. Louisiana | $129,000 |
| 4. California | $128,500 |
| 5. District of Columbia | $128,400 |
| 6. Maryland | $126,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a business teacher make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $62.04 ($129,000 a year).
Do business teachers make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $129,000 against $99,080 nationally, 30% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for business teacher pay?
Louisiana ranks 3 of 51 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays business teachers the most?
New Orleans-Metairie, LA, with a median of $137,500 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.