Retail & Sales Louisiana (LA) Rank #33 of 50

Sales Representative Salary in Louisiana

The median sales representative salary in Louisiana is $59,723 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $65,630.

Median Salary

$59,723

vs National

$-5,907

State Rank

#33 of 50

Cost of Living

91%

Sales Representative Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level sales representative earns around $31,850, 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)

$31,850

$-3,150 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$61,880

$-6,120 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$131,950

$-13,050 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile	LA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$29,120	$32,000	$-2,880
25th Percentile	$40,040	$44,000	$-3,960
Median (50th)	$59,723	$65,630	$-5,907
75th Percentile	$91,000	$100,000	$-9,000
90th Percentile	$138,320	$152,000	$-13,680

Sales Representative Salary by City in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for sales representatives 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

$64,317

Pop. 383,997 · COL 98%

Baton Rouge, LA

$60,380

Pop. 227,470 · COL 92%

Shreveport, LA

$55,786

Pop. 187,593 · COL 85%

Lafayette, LA

$57,754

Pop. 121,374 · COL 88%

Lake Charles, LA

$56,442

Pop. 80,000 · COL 86%

How to Become a Sales Representative in Louisiana

Education

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

Key Skills

ProspectingNegotiationCRM SoftwarePresentationProduct KnowledgeClosing

Job Outlook in Louisiana

Nationally, sales representative employment is projected to grow 2% over the next decade (as fast as average). Louisiana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.