How much does a chemical technician make in Louisiana?
$85,850a year
Median yearly pay for chemical technicians in Louisiana. That is $41.27 an hour or $7,154 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.27
- Vs. national median
- +42%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 960
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,690Median: $85,850Highest 10%: $112,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,690 | $22.93 | |
| 25th | $69,560 | $33.44 | |
| Median | $85,850 | $41.27 | |
| 75th | $102,800 | $49.43 | |
| 90th | $112,000 | $53.82 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Baton Rouge, LA | $92,120 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $88,780 |
| Shreveport, LA | $80,410 |
| New Orleans, LA | $80,390 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical technicians.
| 1. Louisiana | $85,850 |
| 2. Alaska | $79,380 |
| 3. Delaware | $78,620 |
| 4. South Carolina | $75,020 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical technician make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $41.27 ($85,850 a year).
Do chemical technicians make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $85,850 against $60,390 nationally, 42% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for chemical technician pay?
Louisiana ranks 1 of 51 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays chemical technicians the most?
Baton Rouge, LA, with a median of $92,120 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.