How much does an aircraft mechanic and service technician make in Lafayette?
$87,630a year
Median yearly pay for aircraft mechanic and service technicians in the Lafayette, LA metro area. That is $42.13 an hour or $7,303 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.13
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among cities
- 28 of 208
- Jobs in the area
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,310Median: $87,630Highest 10%: $109,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,310 | $29.00 | |
| 25th | $77,420 | $37.22 | |
| Median | $87,630 | $42.13 | |
| 75th | $107,800 | $51.84 | |
| 90th | $109,800 | $52.77 |
Other cities in Louisiana
Median yearly pay for aircraft mechanic and service technicians.
| New Orleans, LA | $82,160 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $80,820 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $77,870 |
| Houma, LA | $77,480 |
| Shreveport, LA | $77,270 |
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Salaries for every job in Lafayette, LAFrequently asked questions
How much does an aircraft mechanic and service technician make an hour in Lafayette?
The median hourly pay in the Lafayette, LA metro area is $42.13 ($87,630 a year).
Do aircraft mechanic and service technicians make more in Lafayette than the national average?
Yes: $87,630 against $79,870 nationally, 10% more.
How does Lafayette compare with the rest of Louisiana?
The median in Louisiana is $79,780, so Lafayette pays 10% more.
Where does Lafayette rank for aircraft mechanic and service technician pay?
28 of 208 metro areas with data.
How much does an aircraft mechanic and service technician make starting out in Lafayette?
The lowest-paid 10% make $60,310 or less a year; the top 10% make $109,800 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.