Technology Louisiana (LA) Rank #38 of 50

Data Scientist Salary in Louisiana

The median data scientist salary in Louisiana is $93,977 per year, which is 13% below the national median of $108,020.

Median Salary

$93,977

vs National

$-14,043

State Rank

#38 of 50

Cost of Living

91%

Data Scientist Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level data scientist earns around $62,640, while experienced professionals earn up to $143,550 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$62,640

$-9,360 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$97,440

$-14,560 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$143,550

$-21,450 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile	LA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$53,418	$61,400	$-7,982
25th Percentile	$73,254	$84,200	$-10,946
Median (50th)	$93,977	$108,020	$-14,043
75th Percentile	$122,670	$141,000	$-18,330
90th Percentile	$155,034	$178,200	$-23,166

Major Cities for Data Scientists in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for data scientists in Louisiana include New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, and Lafayette. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

New Orleans, LA