How much does a psychiatrist make in Louisiana?
$345,000a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatrists in Louisiana. That is $165.88 an hour or $28,750 a month.
- Hourly
- $165.88
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $190,600Median: $345,000Highest 10%: $443,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $190,600 | $91.61 | |
| 25th | $215,800 | $103.74 | |
| Median | $345,000 | $165.88 | |
| 75th | $373,100 | $179.39 | |
| 90th | $443,700 | $213.32 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychiatrists.
| 1. California | $353,500 |
| 2. Louisiana | $345,000 |
| 3. Alaska | $342,200 |
| 4. Minnesota | $336,400 |
| 5. Wisconsin | $331,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatrist make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $165.88 ($345,000 a year).
Do psychiatrists make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $345,000 against $281,900 nationally, 22% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for psychiatrist pay?
Louisiana ranks 2 of 46 states.
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.