Food Preparation Workers Salary in Louisiana

Median Salary

$23,620

per year

Hourly Rate

$11.36

per hour

Employment

30,920

in Louisiana

vs. National Avg

-33.1%

National: $35,320

📊 Compared to the national median of $35,320, Louisiana pays 33.1% LESS for Food Preparation Workers positions.

Purchasing Power

$26,215

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

90.1

10% below national avg

Rent/Income

53%

Unaffordable

Salary Distribution in Louisiana

10th

$17,970

25th

$21,480

Median

$23,620

75th

$28,670

90th

$34,190

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).