Salary Overview for Louisiana
The median individual income in Louisiana is $31,530 per year, while the mean (average) individual income is $42,800. The median household income is $57,852.
Cost of Living Adjusted Salary
Louisiana's cost of living index is 91 (national average = 100). This means the median salary of $31,530 in Louisiana has the purchasing power of approximately $34,648 at the national average cost of living. Your dollar goes further in Louisiana than in most states.
Minimum Wage in Louisiana
The current minimum wage in Louisiana is $7.25/hour, which equals approximately $15,080 per year for a full-time worker (40 hours/week, 52 weeks). See our complete Louisiana minimum wage guide for tipped wages, scheduled increases, and more.
Top Employers in Louisiana
- Ochsner Health
- LCMC Health
- Entergy
Major Industries in Louisiana
- Oil & Gas
- Healthcare
- Tourism
Tax Rates in Louisiana
See the full tax breakdown including income tax, sales tax, property tax, and more on our Louisiana tax rates page.
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