How much does a chemical engineer make in Louisiana?
$134,800a year
Median yearly pay for chemical engineers in Louisiana. That is $64.81 an hour or $11,230 a month.
- Hourly
- $64.81
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 730
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $75,500Median: $134,800Highest 10%: $177,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $75,500 | $36.30 | |
| 25th | $105,900 | $50.89 | |
| Median | $134,800 | $64.81 | |
| 75th | $164,800 | $79.23 | |
| 90th | $177,800 | $85.48 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New Orleans, LA | $136,900 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $136,800 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $134,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical engineers.
| 1. New Mexico | $158,200 |
| 2. Virginia | $136,400 |
| 3. Alabama | $135,000 |
| 4. Louisiana | $134,800 |
| 5. Delaware | $133,700 |
| 6. Texas | $132,800 |
| 7. West Virginia | $129,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical engineer make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $64.81 ($134,800 a year).
Do chemical engineers make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $134,800 against $125,000 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for chemical engineer pay?
Louisiana ranks 4 of 41 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays chemical engineers the most?
New Orleans-Metairie, LA, with a median of $136,900 a year.
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.