Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Louisiana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $45,850 | $55,733 | -18% |
| Median hourly wage | $22.04 | $26.79 | -18% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $51,984.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | $52,090 | $32,200 | $110,400 | 96 |
The median annual salary for a Real Estate Agent in Louisiana is $45,850, or about $22.04 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Real Estate Agents is $55,733. Louisiana is -18% below the national median.
Entry-level real estate agents in Louisiana typically earn from $32,200 depending on the city and employer.
With 1,940 real estate agent jobs on record and a median salary of $45,850, Louisiana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.