Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Salary in Louisiana (2026)
Complete salary breakdown for Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)s in Louisiana, including experience levels, metro areas, and employer types.
Salary by Experience
Salary Range
Base$50,000
10th$36,000
25th$37,000
50th$40,000
75th$43,000
90th$44,000
Salaries by Experience Level
| Experience Level | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level | $40,000 |
| Mid Career | $50,000 |
| Experienced | $60,000 |
Salary by City
| City | Metro Area | Median Salary | 90th Percentile | Cost of Living Index | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans-Metairie | New Orleans-Metairie | New Orleans-Metairie | 51000 | 66300 | 100 |
| Baton Rouge | Baton Rouge | Baton Rouge | 49000 | 63700 | 100 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City | Shreveport-Bossier City | Shreveport-Bossier City | 47000 | 61100 | 100 |