BCBAs in Louisiana earn $62,031/yr. RBTs earn $29,478/yr ($14.17/hr). Here's the local picture.
$62,031/yr · Below national averageUpdated April 2026Low — affordable living costs throughout the state, with New Orleans being the most expensive area
Louisiana has moderate demand for ABA professionals. The market is growing steadily, with opportunities concentrated in major metro areas and underserved rural communities.
The average BCBA salary in Louisiana is $62,031 per year, below the national median. New Orleans and Baton Rouge tend to offer the highest BCBA salaries in the state.
RBTs in Louisiana earn an average of $29,478 per year, or approximately $14.17 per hour. While this is among the lower RBT wages nationally, Louisiana's very low cost of living provides some offset.
Louisiana has moderate demand for BCBAs. The state has been growing its ABA service infrastructure, and the shortage of providers in rural parishes creates opportunities for qualified analysts.
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