Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Louisiana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $48,380 | $79,739 | -39% |
| Median hourly wage | $23.26 | $38.34 | -39% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $54,853.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Police Officer in Louisiana is $48,380, or about $23.26 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Police Officers is $79,739. Louisiana is -39% below the national median.
Entry-level police officers in Louisiana typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 12,400 police officer jobs on record and a median salary of $48,380, Louisiana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.