Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse Salary Guide: Louisiana
Average Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse Salary
$42.23/hour
The average salary for a Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Louisiana is $42.23 per hour. This is 23% lower than the US average of $52.09.
Last updated on September 23, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse salaries in Louisiana compared to National Averages
$42.23/hour
Louisiana
23% lower than the US average.
$52.09/hour
United States
How does the pay for Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses in Louisiana compare to nearby states?
Texas pays Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses the most, averaging $51 per hour, followed by Florida ($33). Texas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Louisiana average for Registered Nurses is $42 per hour — Texas pays 22% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | $51 | $60 |
| Florida | $33 | $34 |
Last updated on September 23, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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