Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in Southwest Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $51,490 -17.4% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $46,780
90th percentile $77,110
National median $62,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,780
    25th
    $48,950
    50th (median)
    $51,490
    75th
    $62,340
    90th
    $77,110

    Top-paying metros for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA $103,580
    El Centro, CA $101,960
    Visalia, CA $101,340
    Salinas, CA $101,300
    Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA $101,170
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $100,620

    Related occupations in Southwest Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $22,320
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $50,730
    Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School $53,980
    Special Education Teachers, Secondary School $52,340
    Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education $43,200
    Librarians and Media Collections Specialists $57,750

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education make per hour in Southwest Louisiana?

    The median hourly wage for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Southwest Louisiana is —, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make — or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Louisiana above or below average for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salaries?

    The median Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salary in Southwest Louisiana is 17.4% below the national median of $62,340. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Southwest Louisiana?

    Entry-level Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education (10th percentile) earn around $46,780 per year in Southwest Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,950.