How much does a compensation make in Louisiana?
$62,700a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in Louisiana. That is $30.14 an hour or $5,225 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.14
- Vs. national median
- -20%
- Rank among states
- 45 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,050
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,350Median: $62,700Highest 10%: $98,980
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,350 | $18.92 | |
| 25th | $47,320 | $22.75 | |
| Median | $62,700 | $30.14 | |
| 75th | $84,220 | $40.49 | |
| 90th | $98,980 | $47.59 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New Orleans, LA | $77,040 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $61,250 |
| Shreveport, LA | $58,460 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for compensations.
| 42. Hawaii | $64,090 |
| 43. Idaho | $63,680 |
| 44. South Carolina | $63,450 |
| 45. Louisiana | $62,700 |
| 46. Arkansas | $61,280 |
| 47. Alabama | $57,710 |
| 48. Utah | $52,090 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $30.14 ($62,700 a year).
Do compensations make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $62,700 against $78,210 nationally, 20% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for compensation pay?
Louisiana ranks 45 of 50 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays compensations the most?
New Orleans-Metairie, LA, with a median of $77,040 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.