Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Louisiana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $120,650 | $163,773 | -26% |
| Median hourly wage | $58.00 | $78.74 | -26% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $136,791.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | $145,618 | $69,000 | $161,000 | 96 |
The median annual salary for a Marketing Manager in Louisiana is $120,650, or about $58.00 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Marketing Managers is $163,773. Louisiana is -26% below the national median.
Entry-level marketing managers in Louisiana typically earn from $69,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 940 marketing manager jobs on record and a median salary of $120,650, Louisiana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.