Tellers Salary in New Orleans, LA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • New Orleans-Metairie, LA

Median annual salary $36,190 -8% vs national
Median hourly $17.40
10th percentile $29,990
90th percentile $46,150
Employed locally 1,160
National median $39,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,990
    25th
    $31,370
    50th (median)
    $36,190
    75th
    $41,220
    90th
    $46,150

    New Orleans economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $62,271 2023 • Census ACS
    Tellers salary vs area income 58% Median Tellers salary is 42% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Tellers make per hour in New Orleans?

    The median hourly wage for Tellers in New Orleans, LA is $17.40, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.40 or more per hour.

    Is New Orleans above or below average for Tellers salaries?

    The median Tellers salary in New Orleans, LA is 8% below the national median of $39,340. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Tellers in New Orleans?

    Entry-level Tellers (10th percentile) earn around $29,990 per year in New Orleans, LA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,370.