How much does a nursing instructor and teacher make in Louisiana?
$79,960a year
Median yearly pay for nursing instructor and teachers in Louisiana. That is $38.44 an hour or $6,663 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.44
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 440
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,370Median: $79,960Highest 10%: $127,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,370 | $23.74 | |
| 25th | $65,510 | $31.50 | |
| Median | $79,960 | $38.44 | |
| 75th | $100,200 | $48.19 | |
| 90th | $127,900 | $61.50 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lafayette, LA | $93,360 |
| New Orleans, LA | $78,730 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for nursing instructor and teachers.
| 21. North Dakota | $80,710 |
| 22. North Carolina | $80,400 |
| 23. Tennessee | $80,050 |
| 24. Louisiana | $79,960 |
| 25. Alabama | $79,690 |
| 26. Maine | $79,600 |
| 27. South Carolina | $79,540 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing instructor and teacher make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $38.44 ($79,960 a year).
Do nursing instructor and teachers make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $79,960 against $80,250 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for nursing instructor and teacher pay?
Louisiana ranks 24 of 51 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays nursing instructor and teachers the most?
Lafayette, LA, with a median of $93,360 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.