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Editors average salary by city in Louisiana
- Baton Rouge$68,150
- New Orleans$61,730
- Lafayette$56,110
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge | $68,150 | $66,340 | $47,670 | $55,115 | 91 |
| New Orleans | $61,730 | $61,260 | $44,870 | $50,314 | 93 |
| Lafayette | $56,110 | $57,070 | $41,960 | $45,967 | 87 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Editors salary in other states
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 27-3041.
- 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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