Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Louisiana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $75,680 | $104,114 | -27% |
| Median hourly wage | $36.38 | $50.05 | -27% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $85,805.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | $91,899 | $64,400 | $133,400 | 96 |
The median annual salary for a Financial Analyst in Louisiana is $75,680, or about $36.38 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Financial Analysts is $104,114. Louisiana is -27% below the national median.
Entry-level financial analysts in Louisiana typically earn from $64,400 depending on the city and employer.
With 1,450 financial analyst jobs on record and a median salary of $75,680, Louisiana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.