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Editor Salary in Louisiana

The median editor salary in Louisiana is $66,503 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $73,080.

Median Salary
$66,503
vs National
$-6,577
State Rank
#33 of 50
Cost of Living
91%

Editor Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level editor earns around $38,220, while experienced professionals earn up to $113,750 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$38,220
$-3,780 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$68,250
$-6,750 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$113,750
$-11,250 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile LA Salary
10th Percentile $36,400
25th Percentile $48,230
Median (50th) $66,503
75th Percentile $89,180
90th Percentile $120,120

Editor Salary by City in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for editors 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
$71,618
Pop. 383,997 · COL 98%
Baton Rouge, LA
$67,234
Pop. 227,470 · COL 92%
Shreveport, LA
$62,118
Pop. 187,593 · COL 85%
Lafayette, LA
$64,310
Pop. 121,374 · COL 88%
Lake Charles, LA
$62,849
Pop. 80,000 · COL 86%

How to Become a Editor in Louisiana

Education

Most editor positions require a bachelor's degree. Louisiana has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

EditingAP/Chicago StyleCMS PlatformsContent StrategyFact-CheckingCommunication

Job Outlook in Louisiana

Nationally, editor employment is projected to grow -5% over the next decade (decline). Louisiana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.