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

Education Administrator Salary in Lake Charles, Louisiana

The median education administrator salary in Lake Charles, LA is $87,892 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 5.5% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$87,892
vs State Avg
$-5,110
vs National
$-14,308
Cost of Living
86%

Education Administrator Salary in Lake Charles by Experience

In Lake Charles, an entry-level education administrator earns around $55,900, while experienced professionals earn up to $133,300 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$55,900
$-9,100 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$89,440
$-14,560 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$133,300
$-21,700 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lake Charles, LA

Percentile Lake Charles
10th Percentile $53,320
25th Percentile $67,080
Median (50th) $87,892
75th Percentile $113,520
90th Percentile $139,320

Education Administrator Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$100,156
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$94,024
Pop. 227,470
Lafayette, LA
$89,936
Pop. 121,374
Shreveport, LA
$86,870
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Education Administrator in Lake Charles

Education

Most education administrator positions require a master's degree. Lake Charles and the surrounding Louisiana area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Educational LeadershipBudget ManagementPolicy DevelopmentStaff EvaluationAccreditationCommunication

Job Outlook

Nationally, education administrator employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Lake Charles may vary based on local industry and population growth.