Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Louisiana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $110,700 | $146,653 | -25% |
| Median hourly wage | $53.22 | $70.51 | -25% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $125,510.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | $124,347 | $69,000 | $161,000 | 96 |
The median annual salary for a Sales Manager in Louisiana is $110,700, or about $53.22 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Sales Managers is $146,653. Louisiana is -25% below the national median.
Entry-level sales managers in Louisiana typically earn from $69,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 4,360 sales manager jobs on record and a median salary of $110,700, Louisiana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.