Food Service Managers Salary in Central Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $62,430 -4.4% vs national
Median hourly $30.01
10th percentile $44,220
90th percentile $99,330
Employed locally 40
National median $65,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,220
    25th
    $51,570
    50th (median)
    $62,430
    75th
    $87,470
    90th
    $99,330

    Top-paying metros for Food Service Managers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area $97,060
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $95,540
    Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area $94,720
    Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area $94,720
    Bellingham, WA $93,610
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $93,090

    Related occupations in Central Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers $95,610
    Managers, All Other $99,740
    Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary $82,930
    Medical and Health Services Managers $98,210
    Financial Managers $97,930
    Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers $43,680

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Food Service Managers make per hour in Central Louisiana?

    The median hourly wage for Food Service Managers in Central Louisiana is $30.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.21 or more per hour.

    Is Central Louisiana above or below average for Food Service Managers salaries?

    The median Food Service Managers salary in Central Louisiana is 4.4% below the national median of $65,310. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Food Service Managers in Central Louisiana?

    Entry-level Food Service Managers (10th percentile) earn around $44,220 per year in Central Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,570.