Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Louisiana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $61,870 | $67,290 | -8% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.75 | $32.35 | -8% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $70,147.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a School Counselor in Louisiana is $61,870, or about $29.75 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for School Counselors is $67,290. Louisiana is -8% below the national median.
Entry-level school counselors in Louisiana typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 4,820 school counselor jobs on record and a median salary of $61,870, Louisiana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.