Healthcare Louisiana (LA) Rank #32 of 50

Emergency Medicine Physician Salary in Louisiana

The median emergency medicine physician salary in Louisiana is $282,100 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $310,000.

Median Salary
$282,100
vs National
$-27,900
State Rank
#32 of 50
Cost of Living
91%

Emergency Medicine Physician Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level emergency medicine physician earns around $168,350, while experienced professionals earn up to $418,600 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$168,350
$-16,650 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$286,650
$-28,350 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$418,600
$-41,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile LA Salary
10th Percentile $163,800
25th Percentile $218,400
Median (50th) $282,100
75th Percentile $364,000
90th Percentile $432,250

Emergency Medicine Physician Salary by City in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for emergency medicine physicians 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
$303,800
Pop. 383,997 · COL 98%
Baton Rouge, LA
$285,200
Pop. 227,470 · COL 92%
Shreveport, LA
$263,500
Pop. 187,593 · COL 85%
Lafayette, LA
$272,800
Pop. 121,374 · COL 88%
Lake Charles, LA
$266,600
Pop. 80,000 · COL 86%

How to Become a Emergency Medicine Physician in Louisiana

Education

Most emergency medicine physician positions require a doctoral degree. Louisiana has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Emergency MedicineTrauma CareTriageCritical CareProceduresDecision Making

Job Outlook in Louisiana

Nationally, emergency medicine physician employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Louisiana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.