Healthcare New Orleans, LA Pop. 383,997

Registered Nurse Salary in New Orleans, Louisiana

The median registered nurse salary in New Orleans, LA is $79,596 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 7.7% above the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$79,596
vs State Avg
+$5,686
vs National
$-1,624
Cost of Living
98%

Registered Nurse Salary in New Orleans by Experience

In New Orleans, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $56,840, while experienced professionals earn up to $112,700 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$56,840
$-1,160 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$80,360
$-1,640 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$112,700
$-2,300 vs national

Salary Percentiles in New Orleans, LA

Percentile New Orleans
10th Percentile $56,252
25th Percentile $65,464
Median (50th) $79,596
75th Percentile $99,078
90th Percentile $118,384

Registered Nurse Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

Baton Rouge, LA
$74,722
Pop. 227,470
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 New Orleans

Education

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