Off-Duty Police Officer Cost in Louisiana
Louisiana extra duty police officers typically cost $50–$80/hr per hour with a 4-hour minimum shift. Rates vary by department, assignment type, and time of day.
Louisiana Off-Duty Police Rates
$50–$80/hr
Hourly Rate
4 hours
Min. Shift
$200
Min. Cost
Extra duty
Regional Term
NOPD rates drive the Louisiana market. New Orleans is one of the highest-demand extra duty markets nationally due to festivals and tourism. LADOTD specifies police for highway work.
What Affects Rates in Louisiana
- →NOPD published extra duty rates
- →Festival and event premium
- →LADOTD project requirements
- →Parish vs. city rate differential
Sample Assignment Costs in Louisiana
| Assignment | Duration | Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Single event (small) | 4 hours | $200–$320 |
| Half-day event | 6 hours | $300–$480 |
| Full-day event or site | 8 hours | $400–$640 |
| Weekend coverage (2 days) | 16 hours | $800–$1280 |
| Weekly recurring (5 days) | 40 hours | $2000–$3200 |
Estimates based on current Louisiana rate range. Actual rates set by individual agencies.
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