How much does an economist make in Louisiana?
$73,050a year
Median yearly pay for economists in Louisiana. That is $35.12 an hour or $6,088 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.12
- Vs. national median
- -41%
- Rank among states
- 39 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,680Median: $73,050Highest 10%: $137,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,680 | $29.17 | |
| 25th | $66,420 | $31.93 | |
| Median | $73,050 | $35.12 | |
| 75th | $93,550 | $44.98 | |
| 90th | $137,000 | $65.85 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New Orleans, LA | $75,510 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $74,580 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for economists.
| 36. Indiana | $80,750 |
| 37. Arizona | $79,610 |
| 38. Nebraska | $75,880 |
| 39. Louisiana | $73,050 |
| 40. Kentucky | $71,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an economist make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $35.12 ($73,050 a year).
Do economists make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $73,050 against $124,700 nationally, 41% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for economist pay?
Louisiana ranks 39 of 40 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays economists the most?
New Orleans-Metairie, LA, with a median of $75,510 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.