Salary Report for Louisiana Nursing Assistants
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Compare Louisiana to U.S.
Louisiana Nursing Assistants earn an average of $25,840 which is 22% less than the national average salary of $33,250.
| Type | Louisiana | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $12.43 | $15.99 | -22.26% |
| Average Annual Salary | $25,840 | $33,250 | -22.29% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Louisiana, 50% of Nursing Assistants earn between $22,440 and $28,940 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Nursing Assistants earn more than $29,830, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Nursing Assistants.
Approximately 10% of Nursing Assistants earn under $18,520, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Nursing Assistants.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 1,901 | Under $18,520 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 2,852 | $18,520 – $22,440 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 4,752 | $22,440 – $24,220 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 4,752 | $24,220 – $28,940 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 2,852 | $24,220 – $29,830 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 1,901 | Above $29,830 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Nursing Assistants in Louisiana nurses earn about $27,869 per year which is less than the average U.S. nurse of $33,250.
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
With an average annual salary of $25,840, Louisiana Nursing Assistants tend to earn less than Nurse Anesthetists ($166,810), Nurse Practitioners ($112,650), Registered Nurses ($70,380), Nursing Instructors ($70,240), and LPNs ($43,900).
| 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 Nursing Assistants in Louisiana is $25,840. The top cities that pay Nursing Assistants the most are Shreveport-Bossier City ($27,850), Hammond ($27,650) and Baton Rouge ($27,260).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Nursing Assistants the highest average annual salary are Shreveport-Bossier City ($30,537), Hammond ($30,468) and Baton Rouge ($28,795).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Nursing Assistants 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 Nursing Assistants salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shreveport-Bossier City | $27,850 | $30,537 | $2,687 |
| Hammond | $27,650 | $30,468 | $2,818 |
| Baton Rouge | $27,260 | $28,795 | $1,535 |
| New Orleans-Metairie | $26,850 | $27,720 | $870 |
| Alexandria | $26,270 | $28,620 | $2,350 |
| Lake Charles | $26,150 | $28,661 | $2,511 |
| Houma-Thibodaux | $24,700 | $26,880 | $2,180 |
| Lafayette | $24,500 | $26,753 | $2,253 |
| Southwest Louisiana Nonmetropolitan Area | $24,490 | $28,533 | $4,043 |
| Northeast Louisiana Nonmetropolitan Area | $23,400 | $27,263 | $3,863 |
| Central Louisiana Nonmetropolitan Area | $23,300 | $27,147 | $3,847 |
| Monroe | $23,300 | $26,538 | $3,238 |
Salary FAQ for Louisiana Nursing Assistants
City and Rural Summaries
Alexandria
Average Nursing Assistants Salary: $26,270
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $28,620
Hourly Wage: $12.63
Currently Employed: 730
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.79
Alexandria Salary Report
Baton Rouge
Average Nursing Assistants Salary: $27,260
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $28,795
Hourly Wage: $13
Currently Employed: 3,150
Cost-of-Living Index: 94.67
Baton Rouge Salary Report
Central Louisiana Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nursing Assistants Salary: $23,300
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $27,147
Hourly Wage: $11.20
Currently Employed: 1,590
Cost-of-Living Index: 85.83
Central Louisiana Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Hammond
Average Nursing Assistants Salary: $27,650
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $30,468
Hourly Wage: $13
Currently Employed: 580
Cost-of-Living Index: 90.75
Hammond Salary Report
Houma-Thibodaux
Average Nursing Assistants Salary: $24,700
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $26,880
Hourly Wage: $11.88
Currently Employed: 670
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.89
Houma-Thibodaux Salary Report
Lafayette
Average Nursing Assistants Salary: $24,500
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $26,753
Hourly Wage: $12
Currently Employed: 1,900
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.58
Lafayette Salary Report
Monroe
Average Nursing Assistants Salary: $23,300
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $26,538
Hourly Wage: $11.20
Currently Employed: 1,230
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.80
Monroe Salary Report
New Orleans-Metairie
Average Nursing Assistants Salary: $26,850
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $27,720
Hourly Wage: $13
Currently Employed: 4,400
Cost-of-Living Index: 96.86
New Orleans-Metairie Salary Report
Northeast Louisiana Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nursing Assistants Salary: $23,400
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $27,263
Hourly Wage: $11.25
Currently Employed: 1,360
Cost-of-Living Index: 85.83
Northeast Louisiana Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Shreveport-Bossier City
Average Nursing Assistants Salary: $27,850
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $30,537
Hourly Wage: $13
Currently Employed: 2,250
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.20
Shreveport-Bossier City Salary Report
Southwest Louisiana Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nursing Assistants Salary: $24,490
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $28,533
Hourly Wage: $11.77
Currently Employed: 770
Cost-of-Living Index: 85.83
Southwest Louisiana Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
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