How much does a life scientist make in Louisiana?
$76,480a year
Median yearly pay for life scientists in Louisiana. That is $36.77 an hour or $6,373 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.77
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 32
- Jobs in the state
- 430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $54,190Median: $76,480Highest 10%: $169,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $54,190 | $26.05 | |
| 25th | $60,200 | $28.94 | |
| Median | $76,480 | $36.77 | |
| 75th | $99,110 | $47.65 | |
| 90th | $169,400 | $81.46 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New Orleans, LA | $60,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for life scientists.
| 19. Virginia | $81,600 |
| 20. Texas | $81,230 |
| 21. Missouri | $79,780 |
| 22. Louisiana | $76,480 |
| 23. Kentucky | $75,670 |
| 24. Hawaii | $71,990 |
| 25. Indiana | $69,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a life scientist make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $36.77 ($76,480 a year).
Do life scientists make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $76,480 against $93,750 nationally, 18% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for life scientist pay?
Louisiana ranks 22 of 32 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays life scientists the most?
New Orleans-Metairie, LA, with a median of $60,200 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.