Accountants and Auditors Salary in Louisiana
Median annual wage in Louisiana: $73,810 -11.8% vs national
Louisiana vs United States
| Louisiana | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Median annual | $73,810 | $83,680 |
| Median hourly | $35.49 | $40.23 |
| Employment | 14,050 | 1,449,500 |
| Location quotient | 0.78 | 1.00 |
Data source: BLS OES state file (Louisiana) · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
What this means
The mean wage of $79,130 sits 7.2% above the median — the typical worker earns close to the median, while a smaller group of higher earners pulls the average up.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average accountants and auditors salary in Louisiana?
The median annual wage in Louisiana is $73,810 ($35.49 per hour), per BLS OES May 2024 data.
How does Louisiana compare to the national average for accountants and auditors?
The Louisiana median of $73,810 is 11.8% lower than the U.S. median of $83,680.
How many accountants and auditors work in Louisiana?
Approximately 14,050 are employed in Louisiana, per BLS OES.