Creative & Education Lake Charles, LA Pop. 80,000

College Professor Salary in Lake Charles, Louisiana

The median college professor salary in Lake Charles, LA is $72,137 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 5.5% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$72,137
vs State Avg
$-4,194
vs National
$-11,743
Cost of Living
86%

College Professor Salary in Lake Charles by Experience

In Lake Charles, an entry-level college professor earns around $41,280, while experienced professionals earn up to $137,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$41,280
$-6,720 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$73,960
$-12,040 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$137,600
$-22,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lake Charles, LA

Percentile Lake Charles
10th Percentile $38,700
25th Percentile $51,600
Median (50th) $72,137
75th Percentile $103,200
90th Percentile $144,480

College Professor Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$82,202
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$77,170
Pop. 227,470
Lafayette, LA
$73,814
Pop. 121,374
Shreveport, LA
$71,298
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a College Professor in Lake Charles

Education

Most college professor positions require a doctoral degree. Lake Charles and the surrounding Louisiana area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

TeachingResearchPublishingCurriculum DesignAcademic AdvisingGrant Writing

Job Outlook

Nationally, college professor employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Lake Charles may vary based on local industry and population growth.