Salary Breakdown for New Orleans

The median individual income in New Orleans is $30,810 per year, which works out to approximately $2,568/month or $14.81/hour for full-time workers. The median household income is $45,615.

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

New Orleans's cost of living index is 96 (national average = 100). The median salary of $30,810 in New Orleans has the purchasing power of approximately $32,094 at the national average cost of living. New Orleans is roughly in line with the national average, making it a balanced option for salary vs expenses.

Top Employers in New Orleans

  • Ochsner Health
  • Tulane University
  • Entergy

Major Industries in New Orleans

  • Tourism
  • Healthcare
  • Energy

How New Orleans Compares to Louisiana

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Cost of Living in New Orleans

See a detailed breakdown of housing, groceries, utilities, and more on our cost of living in New Orleans page.

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