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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Human Resources Managers salary in New Orleans, Louisiana

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the New Orleans metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$113,030
Mean annual$123,620
Range (10th to 90th)$81,160 to $181,080
New Orleans, Louisiana employment380
State vs national-22.1% vs national

Salary distribution

Where New Orleans human resources managers fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$81,16025TH$98,740MEDIAN$113,03075TH$134,07090TH$181,080

The middle 50% of workers earn between $98,740 and $134,070, with a median of $113,030.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    5 years or more

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Personnel and Human Resources

    Knowledge

    4.9 / 5
  • Administration and Management

    Knowledge

    4.6 / 5
  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.3 / 5
  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.3 / 5
  • English Language

    Knowledge

    4.2 / 5
  • Active Listening

    Basic skill

    4.1 / 5
  • Speaking

    Basic skill

    4.1 / 5
  • Management of Personnel Resources

    Technical

    4.1 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Serve as a link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting and administering contracts and helping resolve work-related problems.

  2. 02

    Advise managers on organizational policy matters, such as equal employment opportunity and sexual harassment, and recommend needed changes.

  3. 03

    Analyze and modify compensation and benefits policies to establish competitive programs and ensure compliance with legal requirements.

  4. 04

    Perform difficult staffing duties, including dealing with understaffing, refereeing disputes, firing employees, and administering disciplinary procedures.

  5. 05

    Represent organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations.

  6. 06

    Identify staff vacancies and recruit, interview, and select applicants.

  7. 07

    Negotiate bargaining agreements and help interpret labor contracts.

  8. 08

    Plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities of subordinates and staff relating to employment, compensation, labor relations, and employee relations.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Human Resources Managers in New Orleans, Louisiana?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Human Resources Managers in the New Orleans metropolitan area is $113,030.
Does New Orleans pay more than the Louisiana state average for Human Resources Managers?
The New Orleans metro median is +8.2% versus the Louisiana state median of $104,430.
How does New Orleans compare to the national median for Human Resources Managers?
The New Orleans metro median is -22.1% versus the BLS national figure of $145,146.
What is the salary range for Human Resources Managers in New Orleans?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $81,160 and the 90th-percentile at $181,080 for the New Orleans metro area.
What education is required for Human Resources Managers?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the New Orleans CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.