How much does a psychology teacher make in Louisiana?
$91,340a year
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers in Louisiana. That is $43.91 an hour or $7,612 a month.
- Hourly
- $43.91
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,870Median: $91,340Highest 10%: $128,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,870 | $25.42 | |
| 25th | $64,820 | $31.16 | |
| Median | $91,340 | $43.91 | |
| 75th | $105,600 | $50.77 | |
| 90th | $128,800 | $61.90 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New Orleans, LA | $81,630 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychology teachers.
| 8. New Hampshire | $95,030 |
| 9. Rhode Island | $94,360 |
| 10. Utah | $93,090 |
| 11. Louisiana | $91,340 |
| 12. Connecticut | $84,500 |
| 13. New Mexico | $83,600 |
| 14. Idaho | $83,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychology teacher make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $43.91 ($91,340 a year).
Do psychology teachers make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $91,340 against $80,340 nationally, 14% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for psychology teacher pay?
Louisiana ranks 11 of 50 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays psychology teachers the most?
New Orleans-Metairie, LA, with a median of $81,630 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.