How much does a chemical plant and system operator make in Louisiana?
$100,100a year
Median yearly pay for chemical plant and system operators in Louisiana. That is $48.11 an hour or $8,338 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.11
- Vs. national median
- +28%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 3,400
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,890Median: $100,100Highest 10%: $122,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,890 | $30.24 | |
| 25th | $81,690 | $39.27 | |
| Median | $100,100 | $48.11 | |
| 75th | $104,600 | $50.27 | |
| 90th | $122,600 | $58.92 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Baton Rouge, LA | $104,400 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $102,300 |
| New Orleans, LA | $92,260 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical plant and system operators.
| 1. Florida | $128,800 |
| 2. Wyoming | $107,800 |
| 3. Texas | $102,800 |
| 4. Louisiana | $100,100 |
| 5. Kentucky | $97,550 |
| 6. Maryland | $95,150 |
| 7. Alabama | $91,610 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical plant and system operator make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $48.11 ($100,100 a year).
Do chemical plant and system operators make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $100,100 against $78,120 nationally, 28% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for chemical plant and system operator pay?
Louisiana ranks 4 of 35 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays chemical plant and system operators the most?
Baton Rouge, LA, with a median of $104,400 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.