How much does a protective service worker make in Louisiana?
$44,410a year
Median yearly pay for protective service workers in Louisiana. That is $21.35 an hour or $3,701 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.35
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 30 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,370
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,940Median: $44,410Highest 10%: $64,170
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,940 | $13.43 | |
| 25th | $35,510 | $17.07 | |
| Median | $44,410 | $21.35 | |
| 75th | $54,680 | $26.29 | |
| 90th | $64,170 | $30.85 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lafayette, LA | $52,420 |
| Shreveport, LA | $49,140 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $48,480 |
| Hammond, LA | $45,230 |
| New Orleans, LA | $43,480 |
| Monroe, LA | $41,820 |
| Houma, LA | $38,810 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $36,390 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for protective service workers.
| 27. Kentucky | $46,580 |
| 28. Georgia | $45,200 |
| 29. Ohio | $44,890 |
| 30. Louisiana | $44,410 |
| 31. Colorado | $44,340 |
| 32. Florida | $44,310 |
| 33. South Carolina | $44,130 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a protective service worker make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $21.35 ($44,410 a year).
Do protective service workers make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $44,410 against $42,540 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for protective service worker pay?
Louisiana ranks 30 of 51 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays protective service workers the most?
Lafayette, LA, with a median of $52,420 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.