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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Medical and Health Services 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$104,050
Mean annual$115,900
Range (10th to 90th)$61,110 to $177,230
New Orleans, Louisiana employment1,490
State vs national-11.4% vs national

Salary distribution

Where New Orleans medical and health services managers fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

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

10TH$61,11025TH$74,990MEDIAN$104,05075TH$134,43090TH$177,230

The middle 50% of workers earn between $74,990 and $134,430, with a median of $104,050.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    Less than 5 years

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Administration and Management

    Knowledge

    4.7 / 5
  • English Language

    Knowledge

    4.4 / 5
  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.3 / 5
  • Customer and Personal Service

    Knowledge

    4.2 / 5
  • Written Comprehension

    Ability

    4.1 / 5
  • Critical Thinking

    Cross-functional

    4.1 / 5
  • Speaking

    Basic skill

    4.1 / 5
  • Personnel and Human Resources

    Knowledge

    4.1 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Direct, supervise and evaluate work activities of medical, nursing, technical, clerical, service, maintenance, and other personnel.

  2. 02

    Develop and maintain computerized record management systems to store and process data, such as personnel activities and information, and to produce reports.

  3. 03

    Plan, implement, and administer programs and services in a health care or medical facility, including personnel administration, training, and coordination of medical, nursing and physical plant staff.

  4. 04

    Conduct and administer fiscal operations, including accounting, planning budgets, authorizing expenditures, establishing rates for services, and coordinating financial reporting.

  5. 05

    Maintain awareness of advances in medicine, computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment, data processing technology, government regulations, health insurance changes, and financing options.

  6. 06

    Monitor the use of diagnostic services, inpatient beds, facilities, and staff to ensure effective use of resources and assess the need for additional staff, equipment, and services.

  7. 07

    Establish work schedules and assignments for staff, according to workload, space, and equipment availability.

  8. 08

    Direct or conduct recruitment, hiring, and training of personnel.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Medical and Health Services Managers in New Orleans, Louisiana?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Medical and Health Services Managers in the New Orleans metropolitan area is $104,050.
Does New Orleans pay more than the Louisiana state average for Medical and Health Services Managers?
The New Orleans metro median is +2.9% versus the Louisiana state median of $101,080.
How does New Orleans compare to the national median for Medical and Health Services Managers?
The New Orleans metro median is -11.4% versus the BLS national figure of $117,472.
What is the salary range for Medical and Health Services Managers in New Orleans?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $61,110 and the 90th-percentile at $177,230 for the New Orleans metro area.
What education is required for Medical and Health Services 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.