How much does a physical scientist make in Louisiana?
$94,320a year
Median yearly pay for physical scientists in Louisiana. That is $45.35 an hour or $7,860 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.35
- Vs. national median
- -23%
- Rank among states
- 35 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $68,930Median: $94,320Highest 10%: $161,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $68,930 | $33.14 | |
| 25th | $79,450 | $38.20 | |
| Median | $94,320 | $45.35 | |
| 75th | $125,100 | $60.13 | |
| 90th | $161,900 | $77.83 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New Orleans, LA | $125,100 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $78,300 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for physical scientists.
| 32. Connecticut | $99,990 |
| 33. Wisconsin | $97,470 |
| 34. Montana | $94,520 |
| 35. Louisiana | $94,320 |
| 36. Kentucky | $81,260 |
| 37. Iowa | $80,810 |
| 38. Wyoming | $69,240 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical scientist make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $45.35 ($94,320 a year).
Do physical scientists make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $94,320 against $122,600 nationally, 23% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for physical scientist pay?
Louisiana ranks 35 of 39 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays physical scientists the most?
New Orleans-Metairie, LA, with a median of $125,100 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.