CDI Specialist salary in Louisiana
CDI Specialists in Louisiana earn a median of $26.67 per hour, about $55,470 a year, 18% below the U.S. median of $32.36. The middle half earn between $19.10 and $35.60 per hour. The highest median among Louisiana metro areas is in Baton Rouge, LA, at $29.87 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $26.67median pay per hour
- $55,470median pay per year
- 180CDI Specialists employed in Louisiana
- #37of 50 states by median pay
CDI Specialist pay in Louisiana: percentiles
| Level | Louisiana per hour | Louisiana per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.08 | $33,450 | $18.81 |
| Lower quartile | $19.10 | $39,730 | $23.27 |
| Median | $26.67 | $55,470 | $32.36 |
| Upper quartile | $35.60 | $74,050 | $44.43 |
| Top 10% | $38.25 | $79,560 | $53.91 |
CDI Specialist pay by metro area in Louisiana
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Louisiana median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge, LA | $29.87 | $62,130 | 50 | 12% above | $32.90 |
| New Orleans-Metairie, LA | $27.61 | $57,420 | 50 | 4% above | $29.82 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
CDI Specialist pay in states next to Louisiana
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Louisiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | $31.50 | $65,510 | 18% above Louisiana |
| Mississippi | $20.91 | $43,500 | 22% below Louisiana |
| Texas | $37.53 | $78,060 | 41% above Louisiana |
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Common questions
How much does a CDI Specialist make in Louisiana?
The median is $26.67 per hour, about $55,470 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $16.08 and the top 10% earn over $38.25 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Louisiana city pays CDI Specialists the most?
Among Louisiana metro areas, Baton Rouge, LA has the highest median at $29.87 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Louisiana rank for CDI Specialist pay?
Louisiana ranks 37th of 50 states by median CDI Specialist pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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- Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 1 posting$84.65/ hr$72–$97
- Emanate HealthWest Covina, CA · 1 posting$63.17/ hr$50–$77
- San Antonio Regional HospitalUpland, CA · 1 posting$59.87/ hr$48–$72
- Boston Medical CenterRemote, MA · 1 posting$56.69/ hr$38–$75
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