How much does a chemical equipment operator and tender make in Louisiana?
$78,580a year
Median yearly pay for chemical equipment operator and tenders in Louisiana. That is $37.78 an hour or $6,548 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.78
- Vs. national median
- +35%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 6,430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,480Median: $78,580Highest 10%: $111,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,480 | $22.83 | |
| 25th | $59,160 | $28.44 | |
| Median | $78,580 | $37.78 | |
| 75th | $101,800 | $48.94 | |
| 90th | $111,200 | $53.47 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New Orleans, LA | $94,450 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $93,920 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $74,220 |
| Lafayette, LA | $49,380 |
| Hammond, LA | $45,910 |
| Shreveport, LA | $45,110 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical equipment operator and tenders.
| 1. Wyoming | $101,600 |
| 2. Alabama | $80,330 |
| 3. Montana | $79,570 |
| 4. Louisiana | $78,580 |
| 5. Idaho | $77,100 |
| 6. Rhode Island | $69,630 |
| 7. Washington | $67,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical equipment operator and tender make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $37.78 ($78,580 a year).
Do chemical equipment operator and tenders make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $78,580 against $58,040 nationally, 35% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for chemical equipment operator and tender pay?
Louisiana ranks 4 of 47 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays chemical equipment operator and tenders the most?
New Orleans-Metairie, LA, with a median of $94,450 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.