How much does a lifeguard make in Louisiana?
$22,240a year
Median yearly pay for lifeguards in Louisiana. That is $10.69 an hour or $1,853 a month.
- Hourly
- $10.69
- Vs. national median
- -34%
- Rank among states
- 51 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 660
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $20,480Median: $22,240Highest 10%: $30,990
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $20,480 | $9.85 | |
| 25th | $21,040 | $10.12 | |
| Median | $22,240 | $10.69 | |
| 75th | $27,340 | $13.14 | |
| 90th | $30,990 | $14.90 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lake Charles, LA | $25,210 |
| New Orleans, LA | $24,960 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $22,240 |
| Slidell, LA | $21,390 |
| Shreveport, LA | $21,100 |
| Lafayette, LA | $21,040 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lifeguards.
| 48. Oklahoma | $25,250 |
| 49. West Virginia | $24,670 |
| 50. Mississippi | $24,440 |
| 51. Louisiana | $22,240 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lifeguard make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $10.69 ($22,240 a year).
Do lifeguards make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $22,240 against $33,580 nationally, 34% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for lifeguard pay?
Louisiana ranks 51 of 51 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays lifeguards the most?
Lake Charles, LA, with a median of $25,210 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.