Salary Report for Louisiana Forensic Psychologists
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Compare Louisiana to U.S.
Louisiana Forensic Psychologists earn an average of $97,890 which is 0% less than the national average salary of $98,010.
| Type | Louisiana | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $47.06 | $47.12 | -0.13% |
| Average Annual Salary | $97,890 | $98,010 | -0.12% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Louisiana, 50% of Forensic Psychologists earn between $60,550 and $119,770 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Forensic Psychologists earn more than $119,930, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Forensic Psychologists.
Approximately 10% of Forensic Psychologists earn under $43,720, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Forensic Psychologists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 14 | Under $43,720 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 21 | $43,720 – $60,550 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 35 | $60,550 – $103,040 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 35 | $103,040 – $119,770 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 21 | $103,040 – $119,930 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 14 | Above $119,930 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Forensic Psychologists in Louisiana psychologists earn about $105,576 per year which is less than the average U.S. psychologist of $98,010.
Cost-of-living in Louisiana is 7% less than the national average, which means Louisiana residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
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Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $97,890, Louisiana Forensic Psychologists tend to earn less than Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($101,420).
However, Forensic Psychologists tend to earn more than Marriage and Family Therapists ($38,060), Substance Abuse Counselors ($39,970), Social Workers ($45,010), Health Care Social Workers ($55,060), and Psychology Teachers ($74,980).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $101,420 |
| Forensic Psychologists | $97,890 |
| Psychology Teachers | $74,980 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $55,060 |
| Social Workers | $45,010 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $39,970 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $38,060 |
Projected Demand for Psychologists in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Louisiana the three professions needing the most new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (4,540), Health Care Social Workers (1,850) and Forensic Psychologists (650).
The three professions in Louisiana needing highest percentage new psychologists by 2030 are Marriage and Family Therapists (12.5%), Substance Abuse Counselors (11.3%) and Psychology Teachers (6.3%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Substance Abuse Counselors | 4,080 | 4,540 | 11.3% | 440 |
| Health Care Social Workers | 1,800 | 1,850 | 2.8% | 170 |
| Forensic Psychologists | 680 | 650 | -4.4% | 40 |
| Social Workers | 430 | 450 | 4.7% | 40 |
| Psychology Teachers | 160 | 170 | 6.3% | 20 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | 80 | 90 | 12.5% | 10 |
Salaries Ranked by Louisiana Cities
The average salary for Forensic Psychologists in Louisiana is $97,890. The top cities that pay Forensic Psychologists the most is New Orleans-Metairie ($78,930).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Forensic Psychologists the highest average annual salary is New Orleans-Metairie ($81,489).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Forensic Psychologists in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Forensic Psychologists salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans-Metairie | $78,930 | $81,489 | $2,559 |
Salary FAQ for Louisiana Forensic Psychologists
City and Rural Summaries
New Orleans-Metairie
Average Forensic Psychologists Salary: $78,930
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $81,489
Hourly Wage: $37.95
Currently Employed: 60
Cost-of-Living Index: 96.86
New Orleans-Metairie Salary Report
Official Data Sources for Forensic Psychologists: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data