How much does a history teacher make in Louisiana?
$78,990a year
Median yearly pay for history teachers in Louisiana. That is $37.98 an hour or $6,583 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.98
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 28 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,820Median: $78,990Highest 10%: $122,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,820 | $22.99 | |
| 25th | $59,490 | $28.60 | |
| Median | $78,990 | $37.98 | |
| 75th | $100,900 | $48.49 | |
| 90th | $122,300 | $58.82 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New Orleans, LA | $79,850 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for history teachers.
| 25. Missouri | $80,680 |
| 26. Indiana | $79,450 |
| 27. Georgia | $79,010 |
| 28. Louisiana | $78,990 |
| 29. Colorado | $78,410 |
| 30. Iowa | $77,040 |
| 31. Montana | $75,770 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a history teacher make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $37.98 ($78,990 a year).
Do history teachers make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $78,990 against $83,820 nationally, 6% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for history teacher pay?
Louisiana ranks 28 of 45 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays history teachers the most?
New Orleans-Metairie, LA, with a median of $79,850 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.