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Epidemiologist Salary in Louisiana

The median epidemiologist salary in Louisiana is $71,453 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $78,520.

Median Salary
$71,453
vs National
$-7,067
State Rank
#33 of 50
Cost of Living
91%

Epidemiologist Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level epidemiologist earns around $47,320, while experienced professionals earn up to $109,200 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$47,320
$-4,680 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$72,800
$-7,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$109,200
$-10,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile LA Salary
10th Percentile $45,500
25th Percentile $56,420
Median (50th) $71,453
75th Percentile $91,910
90th Percentile $114,660

Epidemiologist Salary by City in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for epidemiologists 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
$76,950
Pop. 383,997 · COL 98%
Baton Rouge, LA
$72,238
Pop. 227,470 · COL 92%
Shreveport, LA
$66,742
Pop. 187,593 · COL 85%
Lafayette, LA
$69,098
Pop. 121,374 · COL 88%
Lake Charles, LA
$67,527
Pop. 80,000 · COL 86%

How to Become a Epidemiologist in Louisiana

Education

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

Key Skills

EpidemiologyBiostatisticsSAS/RDisease SurveillanceResearch MethodsPublic Health

Job Outlook in Louisiana

Nationally, epidemiologist employment is projected to grow 27% over the next decade (much faster than average). Louisiana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.