Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Louisiana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $98,490 | $101,555 | -3% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.35 | $48.82 | -3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $111,667.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | $88,660 | $69,000 | $101,200 | 96 |
The median annual salary for a Occupational Therapist in Louisiana is $98,490, or about $47.35 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Occupational Therapists is $101,555. Louisiana is -3% below the national median.
Entry-level occupational therapists in Louisiana typically earn from $69,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 2,060 occupational therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $98,490, Louisiana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.