Nail tech schools in Louisiana
We found 6 schools offering nail technician training in Louisiana, with campuses in Lake Charles, Shreveport, Monroe, and West Monroe and more. Nail technicians in Louisiana earn a median $28,170 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 6
- Public colleges
- 0
- Median pay in LA
- $28,170
What nail technicians earn in Louisiana
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Nail technician salary in LouisianaHow to become a nail technician
- Median pay
- $28,170
- $13.55 an hour
- Typical range
- $18,190–$45,860
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in LA
- 2,210
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +9.2%
- 21,900 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
Hear from the best fits near Louisiana
One short form. Up to 3 schools send you costs, schedules and financial aid options. Free, with no obligation.
- Compare real costs and start dates
- Ask about financial aid and apprenticeships
- Your info goes only to the schools you're matched with
Step 1 of 3: Your trade
Frequently asked questions
How many nail technician schools are in Louisiana?
We list 6 schools in Louisiana with nail technician programs: 6 private career schools. Campuses are in Lake Charles, Shreveport, Monroe, West Monroe, and Houma.
How much does nail technician school cost in Louisiana?
Among the 6 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,430 to $23,901. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do nail technicians make in Louisiana?
The median pay for nail technicians in Louisiana is $28,170 a year, and most earn between $18,190 and $45,860, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a nail technician school in Louisiana?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
Other programs in Louisiana
- Medical assistant schools (34)
- Cosmetology schools (32)
- LPN programs (18)
- Pharmacy technician schools (18)
- HVAC schools (17)
- Esthetician schools (16)
- Medical billing and coding schools (16)
- CNA classes (16)
- Phlebotomy classes (13)
- Massage therapy schools (12)
- Electrician schools (12)
- Industrial maintenance schools (12)
- IT schools (12)
- Welding schools (12)
- Barber schools (12)
- Drafting schools (11)
Nail tech schools in other states
- Florida (57)
- California (54)
- Texas (47)
- Puerto Rico (24)
- Ohio (23)
- Michigan (20)
- Pennsylvania (19)
- Oregon (14)
- Utah (14)
- Georgia (13)
- North Carolina (13)
- Tennessee (13)
- Oklahoma (12)
- Wisconsin (12)
- Idaho (11)
- Indiana (11)