Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Louisiana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $120,740 | $294,133 | -59% |
| Median hourly wage | $58.05 | $141.41 | -59% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $136,893.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Airline Pilot in Louisiana is $120,740, or about $58.05 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Airline Pilots is $294,133. Louisiana is -59% below the national median.
Entry-level airline pilots in Louisiana typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 150 airline pilot jobs on record and a median salary of $120,740, Louisiana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.