Product Lead Salary in Orleans Parish

Startup activity and digital transformation in sectors such as healthcare and finance affect tech salaries in Orleans Parish. Product Lead wages in New Orleans differ from those in other Louisiana regions. Graduates from local universities fill early roles.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$83,000 to $96,000

Average (per year)

$89,500

Candidates for entry-level positions may be alumni of Tulane or local coding bootcamps and begin their careers at digital agencies or mid-sized software firms.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$97,000 to $122,000

Average (per year)

$109,500

Mid-level positions are found at regional fintechs and healthcare tech companies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$123,000 to $148,000

Average (per year)

$135,000

Senior Product Leads manage teams for large employers or high-growth startups.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$149,000+

Principal-level roles oversee entire product portfolios for major local employers or national firms with New Orleans offices.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

$39 - $50

per hour

Mid-level

$51 - $66

per hour

Senior

$67 - $83

per hour