Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Louisiana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $36,320 | $44,846 | -19% |
| Median hourly wage | $17.46 | $21.56 | -19% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $41,179.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Medical Assistant in Louisiana is $36,320, or about $17.46 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Medical Assistants is $44,846. Louisiana is -19% below the national median.
Entry-level medical assistants in Louisiana typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 12,310 medical assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $36,320, Louisiana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.