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How much does a 911 Dispatcher make in Louisiana? The average 911 Dispatcher salary in Louisiana is $41,300 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $36,700 and $46,700. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

911 Dispatcher Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $32,512 LA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $36,700 LA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $41,300 LA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $46,700 LA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $51,616 LA March 26, 2024
25% $36,700 10% $32,512 90% $51,616 75% $46,700 $41,300 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The 911 Dispatcher transmits and receives coded and conventional messages, differentiates between routine, priority, and emergency messages, and initiates or follows through on responses as required. Responsible for responding to calls for emergency and non-emergency assistance and in dispatching law enforcement, fire fighting, or rescue units. Being a 911 Dispatcher requires a high school diploma. May enter unit response and data into database. In addition, 911 Dispatcher typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being a 911 Dispatcher gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Works under moderate supervision. Working as a 911 Dispatcher typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    911 Dispatcher

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Emergency Communications Supervisor

    2 + years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Abbeville, LA Avg. Salary $39,262 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abita Springs, LA Avg. Salary $41,472 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acme, LA Avg. Salary $37,615 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addis, LA Avg. Salary $41,169 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aimwell, LA Avg. Salary $37,615 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Akers, LA Avg. Salary $41,385 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albany, LA Avg. Salary $40,822 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alexandria, LA Avg. Salary $37,962 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ama, LA Avg. Salary $41,732 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amelia, LA Avg. Salary $40,822 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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