Healthcare Louisiana (LA) Rank #32 of 50

Psychiatrist Salary in Louisiana

The median psychiatrist salary in Louisiana is $232,623 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $255,630.

Median Salary
$232,623
vs National
$-23,007
State Rank
#32 of 50
Cost of Living
91%

Psychiatrist Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level psychiatrist earns around $113,750, while experienced professionals earn up to $350,350 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$113,750
$-11,250 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$234,780
$-23,220 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$350,350
$-34,650 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile LA Salary
10th Percentile $109,200
25th Percentile $159,250
Median (50th) $232,623
75th Percentile $300,300
90th Percentile $364,000

Psychiatrist Salary by City in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for psychiatrists 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
$250,517
Pop. 383,997 · COL 98%
Baton Rouge, LA
$235,180
Pop. 227,470 · COL 92%
Shreveport, LA
$217,286
Pop. 187,593 · COL 85%
Lafayette, LA
$224,954
Pop. 121,374 · COL 88%
Lake Charles, LA
$219,842
Pop. 80,000 · COL 86%

How to Become a Psychiatrist in Louisiana

Education

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

Key Skills

PsychiatryPsychopharmacologyCBT/DBTDiagnosisPatient AssessmentDocumentation

Job Outlook in Louisiana

Nationally, psychiatrist employment is projected to grow 7% over the next decade (faster than average). Louisiana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.