Louisiana Median
$197,480
per year
Hourly Rate
$94.94
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+23% vs US median
US median $160,300
State Rank
#18 of 41
50 employed here
How much does a Podiatrist make in Louisiana?
Podiatrists in Louisiana take home a median of $197,480 annually — roughly $94.94 an hour — which runs 23% above the national median of $160,300.
Within Louisiana, entry-level pay starts around $35,880 while the top 10% make $402,490 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $157,350 and $231,500 a year.
Podiatrist salary range in Louisiana
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $35,880 | $17.25 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $157,350 | $75.65 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $197,480 | $94.94 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $231,500 | $111.30 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $402,490 | $193.50 |
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How Louisiana compares
Louisiana ranks 18th out of 41 states and territories for Podiatrist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Podiatrist salary in other states
District of Columbia $265,740Minnesota $261,180Oklahoma $253,380New Hampshire $250,070Washington $232,970Massachusetts $217,700North Carolina $215,420Connecticut $212,760Tennessee $212,470Oregon $207,430West Virginia $207,000Nevada $204,990New Mexico $202,690Maryland $201,940California $201,300Kentucky $201,260Maine $200,850Wisconsin $185,100Texas $175,520Delaware $170,560Illinois $167,400South Carolina $167,110Mississippi $164,410Michigan $162,140Alabama $161,820New Jersey $160,300Rhode Island $159,760Pennsylvania $155,050Colorado $142,620Florida $138,340Iowa $134,830Virginia $133,640Arizona $133,190Indiana $132,930Georgia $132,630Missouri $129,950Ohio $129,380Idaho $124,610New York $108,460Utah $93,270
Working as a Podiatrist in Louisiana
Nationally, about 10,000 people work as Podiatrists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Louisiana pay ($197,480) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Podiatrist make in Louisiana?
The median Podiatrist salary in Louisiana is $197,480 per year, or about $94.94 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $35,880 at the entry level to $402,490 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Louisiana pay compare to the national average?
Louisiana pays Podiatrists about 23% more than the national median of $160,300. Louisiana ranks 18th out of 41 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Louisiana a good state for Podiatrists?
Yes on pay — Louisiana pays above the national median for this occupation, at $197,480 a year. About 50 Podiatrists are employed in Louisiana. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Louisiana?
The highest-paying occupations in Louisiana include Pediatrician, General ($502,720), Anesthesiologist ($410,500), Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($404,550), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.