Orderlies pay in Louisiana
In Louisiana, the median pay for orderlies is $13.14 an hour ($27,330 a year). About 600 people work in this job there.
That is 29% lower than the U.S. median ($38,290). Louisiana ranks 47th of 47 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for orderlies in Louisiana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $11.65 | $24,230 |
| 25% of workers | $12.79 | $26,610 |
| Half of workers (median) | $13.14 | $27,330 |
| 75% of workers | $14.46 | $30,070 |
| 90% of workers | $16.22 | $33,740 |
Orderlies pay in Louisiana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Monroe | $30,170 | 60 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City | $29,780 | 80 |
| Lafayette | $28,170 | 50 |
| Baton Rouge | $27,330 | 60 |
| New Orleans-Metairie | $27,270 | 190 |
Louisiana unemployment rate: 4.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for orderlies
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 7,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Louisiana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $30,510 |
| Medical Assistants | $36,320 |
| Surgical Technologists | $57,370 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $22,460 |
| Medical Equipment Preparers | $35,960 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $22,520 |
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