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Natural Sciences Managers average salary by city in Louisiana
- New Orleans$147,670
- Alexandria$137,300
- Baton Rouge$127,140
- Lafayette$99,610
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | $147,670 | $129,960 | $112,400 | $108,155 | 93 |
| Alexandria | $137,300 | $115,920 | $83,960 | $101,378 | 86 |
| Baton Rouge | $127,140 | $125,000 | $100,970 | $94,738 | 91 |
| Lafayette | $99,610 | $99,140 | $78,260 | $76,304 | 87 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Natural Sciences Managers salary in other states
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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 11-9121.
- 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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