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Physicist Salary in Louisiana

The median physicist salary in Louisiana is $138,711 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $152,430.

Median Salary

$138,711

vs National

$-13,719

State Rank

#33 of 50

Cost of Living

91%

Physicist Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level physicist earns around $74,620, while experienced professionals earn up to $200,200 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$74,620

$-7,380 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$141,050

$-13,950 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$200,200

$-19,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile	LA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$70,980	$78,000	$-7,020
25th Percentile	$98,280	$108,000	$-9,720
Median (50th)	$138,711	$152,430	$-13,719
75th Percentile	$177,450	$195,000	$-17,550
90th Percentile	$216,580	$238,000	$-21,420

Physicist Salary by City in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for physicists 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

$149,381

Pop. 383,997 · COL 98%

Baton Rouge, LA

$140,236

Pop. 227,470 · COL 92%

Shreveport, LA

$129,566

Pop. 187,593 · COL 85%

Lafayette, LA

$134,138

Pop. 121,374 · COL 88%

Lake Charles, LA

$131,090

Pop. 80,000 · COL 86%

How to Become a Physicist in Louisiana

Education

Most physicist positions require a doctoral degree. Louisiana has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Mathematical ModelingExperimental PhysicsPython/MATLABData AnalysisScientific WritingLaboratory Equipment

Job Outlook in Louisiana

Nationally, physicist employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Louisiana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.