Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Louisiana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $84,850 | $104,968 | -19% |
| Median hourly wage | $40.79 | $50.47 | -19% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $96,202.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | $88,320 | $59,800 | $133,400 | 96 |
The median annual salary for a Project Manager in Louisiana is $84,850, or about $40.79 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Project Managers is $104,968. Louisiana is -19% below the national median.
Entry-level project managers in Louisiana typically earn from $59,800 depending on the city and employer.
With 8,050 project manager jobs on record and a median salary of $84,850, Louisiana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.