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Project Manager Salary in Louisiana

The median project manager salary in Louisiana is $86,787 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $95,370.

Median Salary
$86,787
vs National
$-8,583
State Rank
#34 of 50
Cost of Living
91%

Project Manager Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level project manager earns around $52,780, while experienced professionals earn up to $131,950 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$52,780
$-5,220 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$87,360
$-8,640 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$131,950
$-13,050 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile LA Salary
10th Percentile $51,142
25th Percentile $66,430
Median (50th) $86,787
75th Percentile $114,660
90th Percentile $144,781

Project Manager Salary by City in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for project managers 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
$93,463
Pop. 383,997 · COL 98%
Baton Rouge, LA
$87,740
Pop. 227,470 · COL 92%
Shreveport, LA
$81,065
Pop. 187,593 · COL 85%
Lafayette, LA
$83,926
Pop. 121,374 · COL 88%
Lake Charles, LA
$82,018
Pop. 80,000 · COL 86%

How to Become a Project Manager in Louisiana

Education

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

Key Skills

Agile/ScrumRisk ManagementBudgetingStakeholder CommunicationJIRA/AsanaPMP Certification

Job Outlook in Louisiana

Nationally, project manager employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Louisiana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.