Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Louisiana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $95,540 | $102,741 | -7% |
| Median hourly wage | $45.93 | $49.39 | -7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $108,322.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | $81,567 | $59,800 | $115,000 | 96 |
The median annual salary for a Business Analyst in Louisiana is $95,540, or about $45.93 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Business Analysts is $102,741. Louisiana is -7% below the national median.
Entry-level business analysts in Louisiana typically earn from $59,800 depending on the city and employer.
With 4,760 business analyst jobs on record and a median salary of $95,540, Louisiana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.