How much does a helper make in Louisiana?
$39,960a year
Median yearly pay for helpers in Louisiana. That is $19.21 an hour or $3,330 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.21
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 2,190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,420Median: $39,960Highest 10%: $56,210
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,420 | $13.66 | |
| 25th | $35,230 | $16.94 | |
| Median | $39,960 | $19.21 | |
| 75th | $46,700 | $22.45 | |
| 90th | $56,210 | $27.02 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Baton Rouge, LA | $45,850 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $40,750 |
| New Orleans, LA | $38,520 |
| Shreveport, LA | $38,480 |
| Monroe, LA | $38,400 |
| Lafayette, LA | $35,350 |
| Houma, LA | $28,860 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for helpers.
| 18. Oregon | $41,410 |
| 19. New Jersey | $41,080 |
| 20. Texas | $40,610 |
| 21. Louisiana | $39,960 |
| 22. Georgia | $39,890 |
| 23. Michigan | $39,840 |
| 24. Florida | $39,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a helper make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $19.21 ($39,960 a year).
Do helpers make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $39,960 against $42,670 nationally, 6% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for helper pay?
Louisiana ranks 21 of 40 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays helpers the most?
Baton Rouge, LA, with a median of $45,850 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.