How much does a psychiatric aide make in Louisiana?
$30,030a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides in Louisiana. That is $14.44 an hour or $2,503 a month.
- Hourly
- $14.44
- Vs. national median
- -33%
- Rank among states
- 38 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $26,640Median: $30,030Highest 10%: $44,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $26,640 | $12.81 | |
| 25th | $29,490 | $14.18 | |
| Median | $30,030 | $14.44 | |
| 75th | $37,130 | $17.85 | |
| 90th | $44,560 | $21.42 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Baton Rouge, LA | $37,130 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychiatric aides.
| 35. South Carolina | $36,320 |
| 36. Arkansas | $36,270 |
| 37. Mississippi | $30,510 |
| 38. Louisiana | $30,030 |
| 39. Alabama | $27,150 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatric aide make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $14.44 ($30,030 a year).
Do psychiatric aides make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $30,030 against $44,910 nationally, 33% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for psychiatric aide pay?
Louisiana ranks 38 of 39 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays psychiatric aides the most?
Baton Rouge, LA, with a median of $37,130 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.