Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Louisiana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $61,110 | $75,854 | -19% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.38 | $36.47 | -19% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $69,286.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Loan Officer in Louisiana is $61,110, or about $29.38 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Loan Officers is $75,854. Louisiana is -19% below the national median.
Entry-level loan officers in Louisiana typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,810 loan officer jobs on record and a median salary of $61,110, Louisiana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.