Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Louisiana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $33,120 | $62,011 | -47% |
| Median hourly wage | $15.92 | $29.81 | -47% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $37,551.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Firefighter in Louisiana is $33,120, or about $15.92 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Firefighters is $62,011. Louisiana is -47% below the national median.
Entry-level firefighters in Louisiana typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 5,230 firefighter jobs on record and a median salary of $33,120, Louisiana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.