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EMT Salary in New Orleans, Louisiana

Updated 2026-04-05BLS 2024 data — be the first to add a local report

Salary Distribution

BLS 2024
$37,440/ year

Median EMT in New Orleans, LA

$23,780
10th
$29,000
25th
$37,440
Median
$48,000
75th
$58,560
90th

Compensation Breakdown

BLS 2024
Base salary (median)
$37,440
Total compensation (est.)
$43,056
Bonus range
$1,450 – $5,760
Mean salary
$39,686

How This Compares

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New Orleans, LA median
$37,440
Louisiana median
$38,189-2.0%
National median
$37,440

Cost of living in New Orleans is 0% below the national average. Salary of $37,440 here is equivalent to $37,440 nationally.

Salary by Experience

0-2 years
$26,957-28.0%
3-5 years
$34,070-9.0%
6-10 years
$41,933+12.0%
10+ years
$51,667+38.0%

Salary by Company Size

Startup (< 100 employees)
$32,947-12.0%
Mid-size (100–5,000)
$37,440
Enterprise (5,000+)
$44,179+18.0%

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EMT Salaries in Nearby Cities

Baton Rouge, LA$37,440/yr
Shreveport, LA$37,440/yr
Metairie, LA$37,440/yr
Lafayette, LA$37,440/yr

Related Jobs in New Orleans

Registered Nurse$81,220/yr
Nurse Practitioner$124,680/yr
Physician Assistant$126,010/yr
Physical Therapist$97,720/yr
Occupational Therapist$93,180/yr

Quick Numbers

Hourly (40hr week)$18/hr
Monthly gross$3,120/mo
25th percentile$29,000/yr
75th percentile$48,000/yr

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Market Context

via FRED

Fed Funds Rate

Mar 2026

3.64%

Inflation (CPI)

year-over-year

2.4%+0.04

National Unemployment

Mar 2026

4.3%-0.10

Louisiana Unemployment

Dec 2025

4.2%-0.10

Avg Hourly Earnings

all private workers

$37.38+$0.09

10yr Treasury

Apr 2026

4.31%

Source: St. Louis Fed (FRED). Updated daily.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average EMT salary in New Orleans?

The median EMT salary in New Orleans is $37,440 per year, with a range from $29,000 at the 25th percentile to $48,000 at the 75th percentile. Total compensation including bonuses typically runs higher — see the breakdown above for the full picture.

How does EMT pay in New Orleans compare to the national average?

EMT salaries in New Orleans are 0% above the national median of $37,440. After adjusting for New Orleans's cost of living, the purchasing power of that salary is equivalent to roughly $37,440 nationally — which is the number that actually matters when comparing offers across cities.

What factors affect EMT salaries in New Orleans?

In New Orleans, the biggest drivers are years of experience, company size, and industry vertical. Entry-level EMT roles start around $23,780, while senior and staff-level positions at larger employers can reach $58,560 or above. Specialized skills and in-demand tools can also meaningfully shift where you land in the range.

Is New Orleans a good place for EMT jobs?

New Orleans offers a EMT median of $37,440, which is 0% above the US median of $37,440. Whether that makes it a good market depends on your personal cost-of-living equation — New Orleans is 0% cheaper than the national average, so factor that into your math.

How do I negotiate a higher EMT salary?

Start with the data on this page: the 75th percentile for EMT in New Orleans is $48,000, which is a defensible anchor for a negotiation. Come in with a specific number backed by real market data — not a range — and reference your experience tier. If you're above the median, ask for the 75th percentile. If you're already at the 75th, push for total comp improvements like equity or bonus instead.