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Ophthalmic Medical Technicians average salary by city in Louisiana
- New Orleans$46,340
- Slidell$43,220
- Baton Rouge$42,870
- Shreveport$42,310
- Houma$39,940
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | $46,340 | $45,030 | $41,550 | $38,410 | 93 |
| Slidell | $43,220 | $39,870 | $37,790 | $35,997 | 93 |
| Baton Rouge | $42,870 | $38,750 | $37,630 | $35,726 | 91 |
| Shreveport | $42,310 | $39,220 | $38,110 | $35,293 | 85 |
| Houma | $39,940 | $37,190 | $31,670 | $33,460 | 85 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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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 29-2057.
- 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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