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12 Jobs That Pay Over $150K in Louisiana (2025)

Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed: 2026-05-19

There are 12 occupations in Louisiana with a median salary above $150K per year. The highest-paying is Pediatricians, General at $502,720/year. Based on 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Data: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025

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Average Salary by State

Average salaries across all 50 states. Click a state to see its $150K+ jobs.

$57,873

$89,679

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS 2025 Annual

AL $63,963 AK $79,599 AZ $72,019 AR $58,447 CA $83,172 CO $76,493 CT $78,019 DE $71,614 DC $89,679 FL $67,772 GA $69,372 HI $73,976 ID $67,243 IL $74,900 IN $68,360 IA $68,184 KS $65,075 KY $66,085 LA $62,928 ME $70,351 MD $79,476 MA $81,221 MI $70,102 MN $79,901 MS $57,873 MO $67,599 MT $65,918 NE $68,499 NV $69,352 NH $75,725 NJ $80,366 NM $68,121 NY $83,189 NC $67,685 ND $70,391 OH $69,737 OK $63,871 OR $75,924 PA $70,617 RI $78,209 SC $66,430 SD $64,417 TN $66,638 TX $68,700 UT $68,195 VT $74,078 VA $73,984 WA $86,472 WV $62,235 WI $71,762 WY $66,073

12
Jobs Over $150K

$502,720

#1: Pediatricians, General

$266,935

Avg of Qualifying Jobs

5,850

Workers in These Jobs

All 12 Jobs Paying Over $150K in Louisiana

Ranked by median annual salary. Click any job to see the full salary breakdown.

#	Occupation	Median Salary	Mean Salary	Workers
1	Pediatricians, General	$502,720	$378,020	40
2	Anesthesiologists	$410,500	$368,640	190
3	Obstetricians and Gynecologists	$404,550	$397,990	80
4	Psychiatrists	$345,040	$321,300	90
5	Family Medicine Physicians	$255,330	$267,230	1,090
6	Nurse Anesthetists	$222,130	$243,240	900
7	General Internal Medicine Physicians	$210,390	$238,520	N/A
8	Podiatrists	$197,480	$198,170	50
9	Dentists, General	$170,750	$176,540	1,500
10	Physicists	$166,240	$152,750	40
11	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$162,850	$166,850	1,840
12	Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric	$155,250	$175,570	30

Louisiana High-Salary Insights

The $150K+ jobs in Louisiana are concentrated in Healthcare Practitioners, Life & Physical Science, and Management fields.

1.9% of all tracked occupations in LA earn a median salary above $150K. The entry point for this group is $155,250/year (Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric), while the top earner makes $502,720/year.

Louisiana ranks #46 among all 50 states for the number of $150K+ jobs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many jobs pay over $150K a year in Louisiana?

According to 2025 BLS data, there are 12 occupations in Louisiana with a median annual salary above $150K. This represents 1.9% of all tracked occupations in LA.

What is the highest paying job in Louisiana?

The highest paying occupation in Louisiana is Pediatricians, General with a median salary of $502,720 per year based on 2025 BLS OEWS data.

What is the minimum salary to be on the $150K+ list in Louisiana?

The entry point for the $150K+ list in Louisiana is $155,250/year (Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric). Any occupation with a median salary above $150K qualifies for this list.

What is the average salary of $150K+ jobs in Louisiana?

The average median salary among all 12 occupations that pay over $150K in Louisiana is $266,935 per year (2025 data).

How can I get a job that pays over $150K in Louisiana?

High-paying jobs in Louisiana typically require specialized education, certifications, or significant experience. Common fields include healthcare, technology, management, and engineering. Investing in relevant skills through certifications and advanced degrees can help you reach the $150K+ salary range. Check individual job pages for specific requirements.

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Jobs Over $150K in Other States

These are gross salaries. After federal, state, and FICA taxes, take-home pay is lower.

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Data Source & Methodology

This list includes all occupations with BLS-published state-level median salary data above $150K per year. Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates. See our Methodology page for details.

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics