As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Media Specialist in New Orleans, LA is $53,174, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,023 weekly, or $4,431 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 New Orleans, LA vary widely, spanning from $39,034 to $61,906. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($45,772) and 75th percentile ($57,745), while top earners (90th percentile) make $61,906 per year. This $11,973 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, New Orleans Media Specialist often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, New Orleans currently ranks 546 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 $39,034 New Orleans, LA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Media Specialist Salary $45,772 New Orleans, LA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Media Specialist Salary $53,174 New Orleans, LA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Media Specialist Salary $57,745 New Orleans, LA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Media Specialist Salary $61,906 New Orleans, LA January 01, 2026
25% $45,772 10% $39,034 90% $61,906 75% $57,745 $53,174 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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