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Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers average salary by city in Louisiana
- New Orleans$121,160
- Lafayette$92,930
- Shreveport$90,840
- Baton Rouge$82,300
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | $121,160 | $125,570 | $91,330 | $90,818 | 93 |
| Lafayette | $92,930 | $79,240 | $68,130 | $71,805 | 87 |
| Shreveport | $90,840 | $59,390 | $59,390 | $70,397 | 85 |
| Baton Rouge | $82,300 | $76,640 | $54,430 | $64,645 | 91 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers salary in other states
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers 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 19-2042.
- 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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