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Nurse Practitioners Salary Guide for Louisiana

nurse practitioners working in Louisiana earn an average of $118,210.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
4,280
Annual Mean Salary
$118,210.00
Hourly Rate
$56.83
Estimated Monthly*
$9,092.80
*Based on 40-hour work week

Louisiana vs National Salary Trends

The chart below compares Louisiana's nurse practitioners salaries against national figures. This comparison helps you understand if Louisiana offers competitive compensation and how local market conditions affect wages in this field.

While Louisiana shows an upward salary trend for nurse practitioners, it remains below the national average. However, the positive trajectory indicates potential for growth in the future.

Local Market Analysis

Salaries for nurse practitioners can vary significantly within Louisiana. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.

Lafayette

Annual Mean Salary
$132,730.00
Hourly Rate
$63.81
Employment
440 professionals
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Central Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$132,570.00
Hourly Rate
$63.73
Employment
240 professionals
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Houma-Thibodaux

Annual Mean Salary
$128,130.00
Hourly Rate
$61.60
Employment
180 professionals
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Northeast Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$119,080.00
Hourly Rate
$57.25
Employment
150 professionals
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Southwest Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$117,820.00
Hourly Rate
$56.65
Employment
140 professionals
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New Orleans-Metairie

Annual Mean Salary
$117,820.00
Hourly Rate
$56.64
Employment
1,260 professionals
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Baton Rouge

Annual Mean Salary
$116,840.00
Hourly Rate
$56.17
Employment
790 professionals
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Hammond

Annual Mean Salary
$113,730.00
Hourly Rate
$54.68
Employment
140 professionals
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Shreveport-Bossier City

Annual Mean Salary
$112,510.00
Hourly Rate
$54.09
Employment
300 professionals
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Lake Charles

Annual Mean Salary
$110,170.00
Hourly Rate
$52.97
Employment
170 professionals
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Alexandria

Annual Mean Salary
$105,250.00
Hourly Rate
$50.60
Employment
180 professionals
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Monroe

Annual Mean Salary
$104,470.00
Hourly Rate
$50.23
Employment
260 professionals
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Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.