Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Louisiana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $44,890 | $51,589 | -13% |
| Median hourly wage | $21.58 | $24.80 | -13% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $50,896.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Bookkeeper in Louisiana is $44,890, or about $21.58 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Bookkeepers is $51,589. Louisiana is -13% below the national median.
Entry-level bookkeepers in Louisiana typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 18,980 bookkeeper jobs on record and a median salary of $44,890, Louisiana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.