New Graduate Nurse Salary Guide: Louisiana
Average New Graduate Nurse Salary
$42.45/hour
The average salary for a New Graduate Nurse in Louisiana is $42.45 per hour. This is 1% higher than the US average of $42.05.
Last updated on October 1, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
New Graduate Nurse salaries in Louisiana compared to National Averages
$42.45/hour
Louisiana
1% higher than the US average.
$42.05/hour
United States
How does the pay for New Graduate Nurses in Louisiana compare to nearby states?
Florida pays New Graduate Nurses the most, averaging $44 per hour, followed by Texas ($42) and Tennessee ($42). Texas has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Louisiana average for Registered Nurses is $42 per hour — Florida pays 3% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | $44 | $46 |
| Texas | $42 | $60 |
| Tennessee | $42 | $45 |
| Georgia | $33 | $53 |
| Missouri | $26 | $26 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for New Graduate Nurse jobs in Louisiana?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for New Graduate Nurses, averaging $33 per hour. For comparison, the Louisiana average for Registered Nurses is $42 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 23% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $33 | $33 |
Last updated on October 1, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Registered Nurse (RN) - New Graduate
- Rapides Regional Medical Center
- Alexandria, LA
$25-40/hour
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