Lawyer Salary in Louisiana
A lawyer in Louisiana earns an estimated $140,400 a year ($67.50 an hour). Most workers fall from $95,500 to $203,600, depending on experience and employer.
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Lawyer pay in Louisiana
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $95,500 | $45.91 |
| Median (estimate) | $140,400 | $67.50 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $203,600 | $97.88 |
| US national median | $151,000 | $72.60 |
The Louisiana estimate is 7% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Louisiana keeps about $103,017 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $3,962.21 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Louisiana paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lawyer make in Louisiana?
About $140,400 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.