How much does a postsecondary teacher make in Louisiana?
$78,810a year
Median yearly pay for postsecondary teachers in Louisiana. That is $37.89 an hour or $6,568 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.89
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 6,870
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,040Median: $78,810Highest 10%: $136,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,040 | $22.62 | |
| 25th | $61,390 | $29.51 | |
| Median | $78,810 | $37.89 | |
| 75th | $106,400 | $51.16 | |
| 90th | $136,100 | $65.42 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Shreveport, LA | $113,600 |
| Hammond, LA | $84,050 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $79,180 |
| New Orleans, LA | $78,810 |
| Monroe, LA | $77,040 |
| Lafayette, LA | $73,110 |
| Houma, LA | $58,570 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for postsecondary teachers.
| 12. Washington | $78,940 |
| 13. District of Columbia | $78,890 |
| 14. New Mexico | $78,840 |
| 15. Louisiana | $78,810 |
| 16. Connecticut | $78,220 |
| 17. South Carolina | $77,940 |
| 18. Montana | $77,550 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a postsecondary teacher make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $37.89 ($78,810 a year).
Do postsecondary teachers make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $78,810 against $77,640 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for postsecondary teacher pay?
Louisiana ranks 15 of 48 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays postsecondary teachers the most?
Shreveport-Bossier City, LA, with a median of $113,600 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.