Food Service Managers Salary in Southwest Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $65,990 +1% vs national
Median hourly $31.73
10th percentile $44,220
90th percentile $88,920
Employed locally 30
National median $65,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,220
    25th
    $59,030
    50th (median)
    $65,990
    75th
    $81,380
    90th
    $88,920

    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 Southwest Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers $98,310
    Managers, All Other $99,610
    Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary $79,450
    Medical and Health Services Managers $96,420
    Financial Managers $117,790
    Sales Managers $119,990

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Food Service Managers in Southwest Louisiana is $31.73, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.58 or more per hour.

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

    The median Food Service Managers salary in Southwest Louisiana is 1% above 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 Southwest Louisiana?

    Entry-level Food Service Managers (10th percentile) earn around $44,220 per year in Southwest Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,030.