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Biological Scientists, All Other average salary by city in Louisiana
- New Orleans$78,670
- Alexandria$75,510
- Lafayette$73,160
- Baton Rouge$71,360
- Slidell$68,680
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | $78,670 | $78,850 | $59,000 | $62,200 | 93 |
| Alexandria | $75,510 | $71,280 | $59,000 | $60,072 | 86 |
| Lafayette | $73,160 | $73,920 | $56,900 | $58,490 | 87 |
| Baton Rouge | $71,360 | $67,570 | $52,080 | $57,277 | 91 |
| Slidell | $68,680 | $61,950 | $56,940 | $55,472 | 93 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Biological Scientists, All Other salary in other states
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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 19-1029.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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