How much does a nursing instructor and teacher make in Lafayette?
$93,360a year
Median yearly pay for nursing instructor and teachers in the Lafayette, LA metro area. That is $44.88 an hour or $7,780 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.88
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among cities
- 36 of 177
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,700Median: $93,360Highest 10%: $130,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,700 | $30.14 | |
| 25th | $73,390 | $35.28 | |
| Median | $93,360 | $44.88 | |
| 75th | $101,400 | $48.75 | |
| 90th | $130,300 | $62.64 |
Other cities in Louisiana
Median yearly pay for nursing instructor and teachers.
| New Orleans, LA | $78,730 |
Related jobs in Lafayette
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Business Teacher | $127,800 |
| Mathematical Science Teacher | $80,840 |
| Art | $77,510 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $76,590 |
| Postsecondary Teacher | $73,110 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $67,370 |
| Teacher and Instructor | $62,120 |
| Librarian and Media Collections Specialist | $58,920 |
| Career/Technical Education Teacher | $58,700 |
| Career/Technical Education Teacher | $55,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing instructor and teacher make an hour in Lafayette?
The median hourly pay in the Lafayette, LA metro area is $44.88 ($93,360 a year).
Do nursing instructor and teachers make more in Lafayette than the national average?
Yes: $93,360 against $80,250 nationally, 16% more.
How does Lafayette compare with the rest of Louisiana?
The median in Louisiana is $79,960, so Lafayette pays 17% more.
Where does Lafayette rank for nursing instructor and teacher pay?
36 of 177 metro areas with data.
How much does a nursing instructor and teacher make starting out in Lafayette?
The lowest-paid 10% make $62,700 or less a year; the top 10% make $130,300 or more.
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.