As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Media Specialist in Lafayette, LA is $50,423, equivalent to $24 per hour, $970 weekly, or $4,202 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Media Specialist in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Media Specialist in Lafayette, LA vary widely, spanning from $37,015 to $58,704. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($43,405) and 75th percentile ($54,758), while top earners (90th percentile) make $58,704 per year. This $11,353 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Initiative or Marketing Communications, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Lafayette Media Specialist often earn 4.9% lower than national averages. However, Lafayette currently ranks 723 statewide for Media Specialist job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Media Specialist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Media Specialist Salary $37,015 Lafayette, LA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Media Specialist Salary $43,405 Lafayette, LA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Media Specialist Salary $50,423 Lafayette, LA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Media Specialist Salary $54,758 Lafayette, LA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Media Specialist Salary $58,704 Lafayette, LA January 01, 2026
25% $43,405 10% $37,015 90% $58,704 75% $54,758 $50,423 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Lafayette, Louisiana    Lafayette is located at 30°13′N 92°2′W / 30.217°N 92.033°W / 30.217; -92.033 (30.2139, −92.0294) and has an elevation of 36 feet (11.0 m). Accordin....More

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