Creative & Education Baton Rouge, LA Pop. 227,470

School Counselor Salary in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

The median school counselor salary in Baton Rouge, LA is $55,329 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 1.1% above the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$55,329
vs State Avg
+$602
vs National
$-4,811
Cost of Living
92%

School Counselor Salary in Baton Rouge by Experience

In Baton Rouge, an entry-level school counselor earns around $36,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $78,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$36,800
$-3,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$55,200
$-4,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$78,200
$-6,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Baton Rouge, LA

Percentile Baton Rouge
10th Percentile $35,144
25th Percentile $43,240
Median (50th) $55,329
75th Percentile $70,104
90th Percentile $87,216

School Counselor Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$58,937
Pop. 383,997
Lafayette, LA
$52,923
Pop. 121,374
Lake Charles, LA
$51,720
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$51,119
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a School Counselor in Baton Rouge

Education

Most school counselor positions require a master's degree. Baton Rouge and the surrounding Louisiana area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

CounselingCollege PlanningCrisis InterventionGroup FacilitationActive ListeningStudent Assessment

Job Outlook

Nationally, school counselor employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Baton Rouge may vary based on local industry and population growth.