Lawyers salary in Louisiana
How much does a lawyer make in Louisiana?
The median lawyer in Louisiana earns $104,100 a year, and the mean is $127,520 (BLS, May 2025). That ranks Louisiana #42 of 51 states and is $55,570 below the US median of $159,670.
| Median annual wage | $104,100 |
|---|---|
| Mean annual wage | $127,520 |
| People employed | 10,200 |
| Rank among states (median) | #42 of 51 |
| US median | $159,670 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Median is the middle wage; half of workers earn more and half less. Pay varies with experience, employer and city.
Nearby in the ranking
- North Dakota: $106,880 median
- Kansas: $106,650 median
- Montana: $103,720 median
- Idaho: $103,400 median
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