Epidemiologists in Louisiana
Get the information you need to know about working as an Epidemiologist.
- Epidemiologists in Louisiana earn higher salaries than the typical U.S. wage earner.
What Major Will Prepare You For an Epidemiologist Career?
- Biological & Biomedical Sciences
- Cell Biology & Anatomical Sciences
- Cell/Cellular Biology & Histology
- Ecology, Evolution & Systematics Biology
- Epidemiology
- Health Professions
- Medical Science
- Medical Scientist
- Public Health
- Environmental Health
How Many Epidemiologists Work in Louisiana?
In 2018, there were 100 Epidemiologists working in the state.
The typical state has 120 Epidemiologists working in it, which means Louisiana has fewer Epidemiologists than average.
What do Epidemiologists Make in Louisiana?
In 2018 wages for Epidemiologists ranged from $33,580 to $79,020 with $51,490 being the median annual salary.
Broken down to an hourly rate, workers in this field made anywhere from $16.14 to $37.99. The median hourly rate was $24.75.
The median salary in Louisiana is higher than the nationwide median salary.
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Top Louisiana Metros for Epidemiologists
The table below shows some of the metros in this state with the most Epidemiologists.
Metro | Number Employed | Annual Median Salary |
---|---|---|
New Orleans-Metairie, LA | 30 | $50,180 |
Top States for Epidemiologists Employment
View the list below to see where most Epidemiologists work.
State | Number Employed | Annual Median Salary |
---|---|---|
California | 760 | $90,670 |
Texas | 690 | $61,280 |
Georgia | 420 | $61,910 |
Washington | 370 | $87,790 |
Colorado | 350 | $61,040 |
Maryland | 310 | $69,700 |
Florida | 280 | $34,280 |
Ohio | 280 | $66,020 |
Massachusetts | 240 | $96,610 |
Minnesota | 230 | $70,540 |
Tennessee | 230 | $82,370 |
Illinois | 210 | $81,400 |
New York | 210 | $81,800 |
Michigan | 190 | $74,000 |
Virginia | 180 | $65,800 |
Pennsylvania | 130 | $70,680 |
Arizona | 120 | $58,500 |
Wisconsin | 120 | $71,980 |
Connecticut | 110 | $83,810 |
Indiana | 110 | $66,880 |
Below are the states where Epidemiologists get paid the most:
State | Annual Median Salary |
---|---|
New Jersey | $102,500 |
District of Columbia | $97,490 |
Massachusetts | $96,610 |
California | $90,670 |
Washington | $87,790 |
Connecticut | $83,810 |
Tennessee | $82,370 |
New York | $81,800 |
Illinois | $81,400 |
North Carolina | $76,900 |
Related Careers in Louisiana
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Occupation | Louisiana Employment Total |
---|---|
Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | 120 |
References
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
- College Factual
- National Center for Education Statistics
- O*NET Online
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