Healthcare Baton Rouge, LA Pop. 227,470

Registered Nurse Salary in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

The median registered nurse salary in Baton Rouge, LA is $74,722 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 1.1% above the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$74,722
vs State Avg
+$812
vs National
$-6,498
Cost of Living
92%

Registered Nurse Salary in Baton Rouge by Experience

In Baton Rouge, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $53,360, while experienced professionals earn up to $105,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$53,360
$-4,640 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$75,440
$-6,560 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$105,800
$-9,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Baton Rouge, LA

Percentile Baton Rouge
10th Percentile $52,808
25th Percentile $61,456
Median (50th) $74,722
75th Percentile $93,012
90th Percentile $111,136

Registered Nurse Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$79,596
Pop. 383,997
Lafayette, LA
$71,474
Pop. 121,374
Lake Charles, LA
$69,849
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$69,037
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Registered Nurse in Baton Rouge

Education

Most registered nurse positions require a bachelor's degree. Baton Rouge and the surrounding Louisiana area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentMedication AdministrationCritical ThinkingCommunicationEMR SystemsBLS/ACLS

Job Outlook

Nationally, registered nurse employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Baton Rouge may vary based on local industry and population growth.