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Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary average salary by city in Louisiana
- New Orleans$115,480
- Lafayette$105,980
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | $115,480 | $99,340 | $74,390 | $86,992 | 93 |
| Lafayette | $105,980 | $100,290 | $75,590 | $80,594 | 87 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary salary in other states
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary salary by city and state
More about pay in Louisiana
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 25-1042.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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