Healthcare Lafayette, LA Pop. 121,374

Registered Nurse Salary in Lafayette, Louisiana

The median registered nurse salary in Lafayette, LA is $71,474 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 3.3% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$71,474
vs State Avg
$-2,436
vs National
$-9,746
Cost of Living
88%

Registered Nurse Salary in Lafayette by Experience

In Lafayette, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $51,040, while experienced professionals earn up to $101,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$51,040
$-6,960 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$72,160
$-9,840 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$101,200
$-13,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lafayette, LA

Percentile Lafayette
10th Percentile $50,512
25th Percentile $58,784
Median (50th) $71,474
75th Percentile $88,968
90th Percentile $106,304

Registered Nurse Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$79,596
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$74,722
Pop. 227,470
Lake Charles, LA
$69,849
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$69,037
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Registered Nurse in Lafayette

Education

Most registered nurse positions require a bachelor's degree. Lafayette 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 Lafayette may vary based on local industry and population growth.