Healthcare Louisiana (LA) Rank #32 of 50

Anesthesiologist Salary in Louisiana

The median anesthesiologist salary in Louisiana is $275,703 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $302,970.

Median Salary
$275,703
vs National
$-27,267
State Rank
#32 of 50
Cost of Living
91%

Anesthesiologist Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level anesthesiologist earns around $136,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $391,300 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$136,500
$-13,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$277,550
$-27,450 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$391,300
$-38,700 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile LA Salary
10th Percentile $131,950
25th Percentile $200,200
Median (50th) $275,703
75th Percentile $354,900
90th Percentile $409,500

Anesthesiologist Salary by City in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for anesthesiologists in Louisiana include New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, and Lafayette. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

New Orleans, LA
$296,911
Pop. 383,997 · COL 98%
Baton Rouge, LA
$278,732
Pop. 227,470 · COL 92%
Shreveport, LA
$257,525
Pop. 187,593 · COL 85%
Lafayette, LA
$266,614
Pop. 121,374 · COL 88%
Lake Charles, LA
$260,554
Pop. 80,000 · COL 86%

How to Become a Anesthesiologist in Louisiana

Education

Most anesthesiologist positions require a doctoral degree. Louisiana has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

AnesthesiaPharmacologyPatient MonitoringCritical CarePain ManagementAirway Management

Job Outlook in Louisiana

Nationally, anesthesiologist employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Louisiana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.