Salary Report for Louisiana Nurse Anesthetists
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Compare Louisiana to U.S.
Louisiana Nurse Anesthetists earn an average of $166,810 which is 17% less than the national average salary of $202,470.
| Type | Louisiana | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $80.20 | $97.34 | -17.61% |
| Average Annual Salary | $166,810 | $202,470 | -17.61% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Louisiana, 50% of Nurse Anesthetists earn between $154,680 and $195,550 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Nurse Anesthetists earn more than $0, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Nurse Anesthetists.
Approximately 10% of Nurse Anesthetists earn under $85,290, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Nurse Anesthetists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 90 | Under $85,290 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 135 | $85,290 – $154,680 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 225 | $154,680 – $168,450 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 225 | $168,450 – $195,550 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 135 | $168,450 – $0 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 90 | Above $0 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Nurse Anesthetists in Louisiana nurses earn about $179,907 per year which is less than the average U.S. nurse of $202,470.
Cost-of-living in Louisiana is 7% less than the national average, which means Louisiana residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
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Salary Compared to Related Professions
Nurse Anesthetists tend to earn more than Nursing Assistants ($25,840), LPNs ($43,900), Nursing Instructors ($70,240), Registered Nurses ($70,380), and Nurse Practitioners ($112,650).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Nurse Anesthetists | $166,810 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $112,650 |
| Registered Nurses | $70,380 |
| Nursing Instructors | $70,240 |
| LPNs | $43,900 |
| Nursing Assistants | $25,840 |
Projected Demand for Nurses in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Louisiana the three professions needing the most new nurses by 2030 are Registered Nurses (42,690), Nursing Assistants (21,520) and LPNs (19,320).
The three professions in Louisiana needing highest percentage new nurses by 2030 are Nurse Practitioners (37.7%), Nursing Instructors (15.4%) and Nursing Assistants (3%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 41,940 | 42,690 | 1.8% | 2,270 |
| Nursing Assistants | 20,890 | 21,520 | 3% | 2,620 |
| LPNs | 18,970 | 19,320 | 1.8% | 1,480 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 3,210 | 4,420 | 37.7% | 320 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | 850 | 870 | 2.4% | 50 |
| Nursing Instructors | 520 | 600 | 15.4% | 60 |
| Nurse Midwives | 10 | 10 | 0% | 0 |
Salaries Ranked by Louisiana Cities
The average salary for Nurse Anesthetists in Louisiana is $166,810. The top cities that pay Nurse Anesthetists the most are Hammond ($179,140), New Orleans-Metairie ($178,600) and Houma-Thibodaux ($174,030).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Nurse Anesthetists the highest average annual salary are Hammond ($197,399), Houma-Thibodaux ($189,389) and New Orleans-Metairie ($184,390).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Nurse Anesthetists in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Nurse Anesthetists salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hammond | $179,140 | $197,399 | $18,259 |
| New Orleans-Metairie | $178,600 | $184,390 | $5,790 |
| Houma-Thibodaux | $174,030 | $189,389 | $15,359 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City | $157,560 | $172,763 | $15,203 |
| Lafayette | $141,280 | $154,269 | $12,989 |
Salary FAQ for Louisiana Nurse Anesthetists
City and Rural Summaries
Hammond
Average Nurse Anesthetists Salary: $179,140
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $197,399
Hourly Wage: $86.13
Currently Employed: 40
Cost-of-Living Index: 90.75
Hammond Salary Report
Houma-Thibodaux
Average Nurse Anesthetists Salary: $174,030
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $189,389
Hourly Wage: $84
Currently Employed: 30
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.89
Houma-Thibodaux Salary Report
Lafayette
Average Nurse Anesthetists Salary: $141,280
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $154,269
Hourly Wage: $67.92
Currently Employed: 90
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.58
Lafayette Salary Report
New Orleans-Metairie
Average Nurse Anesthetists Salary: $178,600
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $184,390
Hourly Wage: $86
Currently Employed: 370
Cost-of-Living Index: 96.86
New Orleans-Metairie Salary Report
Shreveport-Bossier City
Average Nurse Anesthetists Salary: $157,560
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $172,763
Hourly Wage: $75.75
Currently Employed: 130
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.20
Shreveport-Bossier City Salary Report
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