Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Louisiana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $57,470 | $66,500 | -14% |
| Median hourly wage | $27.63 | $31.97 | -14% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $65,159.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in Louisiana is $57,470, or about $27.63 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Licensed Practical Nurses is $66,500. Louisiana is -14% below the national median.
Entry-level licensed practical nurses in Louisiana typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 17,600 licensed practical nurse jobs on record and a median salary of $57,470, Louisiana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.