Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Louisiana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $170,750 | $175,358 | -3% |
| Median hourly wage | $82.09 | $84.31 | -3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $193,594.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | $157,237 | $128,800 | $230,000 | 96 |
The median annual salary for a Dentist in Louisiana is $170,750, or about $82.09 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dentists is $175,358. Louisiana is -3% below the national median.
Entry-level dentists in Louisiana typically earn from $128,800 depending on the city and employer.
With 1,500 dentist jobs on record and a median salary of $170,750, Louisiana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.