How much does an economics teacher make in Louisiana?
$132,700a year
Median yearly pay for economics teachers in Louisiana. That is $63.78 an hour or $11,060 a month.
- Hourly
- $63.78
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $72,890Median: $132,700Highest 10%: $211,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $72,890 | $35.04 | |
| 25th | $102,000 | $49.04 | |
| Median | $132,700 | $63.78 | |
| 75th | $161,800 | $77.76 | |
| 90th | $211,400 | $101.65 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for economics teachers.
| 7. Oregon | $136,500 |
| 8. Vermont | $134,900 |
| 9. Maryland | $133,500 |
| 10. Louisiana | $132,700 |
| 11. Nebraska | $131,000 |
| 12. Michigan | $129,400 |
| 13. Virginia | $128,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an economics teacher make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $63.78 ($132,700 a year).
Do economics teachers make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $132,700 against $123,900 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for economics teacher pay?
Louisiana ranks 10 of 42 states.
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.