LPN salary in Louisiana
LPNs in Louisiana earn a median $57,470 a year, 11% below the national median of $64,400. That ranks #46 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $47,019.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 29-2061. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $57,470 | $4,789 | $2,210 | $27.63 |
| Average pay | $56,590 | $4,716 | $2,177 | $27.21 |
| Take-home (median) | $47,019 | $3,918 | $1,808 | $22.61 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $4,716 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $4,396 |
| Louisiana income tax | $1,338 |
| Take-home | $47,019 |
Louisiana's prices are 12% below the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $53,306 buys in an average-priced state. The Louisiana minimum wage is $7.25; the median LPN earns 3.8 times that.
LPN pay in Louisiana vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | $57,470 | $47,019 | $53,306 |
| Arkansas | $56,620 | $46,067 | $52,989 |
| Mississippi | $50,220 | $41,255 | $47,445 |
| Texas | $62,240 | $52,190 | $53,772 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do lpns make in Louisiana?
- The median salary is $57,470 a year ($27.63 an hour), and the average is $56,590, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do lpns take home in Louisiana?
- About $47,019 a year after federal and Louisiana taxes, or $1,808 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do lpns earn more in Louisiana than the national average?
- Louisiana ranks #46 of 51 for median pay, 11% below the U.S. median of $64,400. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #36.