Economists Salary in Louisiana
Economists in Louisiana earn a median of $73,050 a year, −41% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $73,050
- vs. U.S. median
- −41% ($124,720)
- Rank among states
- 39 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 140
Pay range in Louisiana
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,680; the top 10% earn over $136,970. Nationally the range is $67,360 to $238,060.
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- Environmental Economists$73,050 median in Louisiana (broader BLS group)
- Financial Quantitative Analysts$59,860 median in Louisiana (broader BLS group)
- Business Intelligence Analysts$78,760 median in Louisiana (broader BLS group)
- Actuaries$80,860 median in Louisiana
- Statisticians$76,400 median in Louisiana
- Management Analysts$95,540 median in Louisiana
Economists pay in Louisiana
How much do economists make in Louisiana?
The median is $73,050 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,680 and the top 10% earn over $136,970. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Louisiana a good state for economists?
On pay alone it ranks 39 of 40 (−41% vs. the national median of $124,720). Living costs are not included.