Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Louisiana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $98,530 | $104,506 | -6% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.37 | $50.24 | -6% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $111,712.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | $91,733 | $71,760 | $105,800 | 96 |
The median annual salary for a Physical Therapist in Louisiana is $98,530, or about $47.37 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physical Therapists is $104,506. Louisiana is -6% below the national median.
Entry-level physical therapists in Louisiana typically earn from $71,760 depending on the city and employer.
With 3,280 physical therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $98,530, Louisiana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.