How much does a coating make in Baton Rouge?
$52,190a year
Median yearly pay for coatings in the Baton Rouge, LA metro area. That is $25.09 an hour or $4,349 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.09
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among cities
- 59 of 337
- Jobs in the area
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,970Median: $52,190Highest 10%: $61,080
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,970 | $18.25 | |
| 25th | $44,410 | $21.35 | |
| Median | $52,190 | $25.09 | |
| 75th | $60,130 | $28.91 | |
| 90th | $61,080 | $29.37 |
Other cities in Louisiana
Median yearly pay for coatings.
| New Orleans, LA | $47,360 |
| Shreveport, LA | $46,450 |
| Lafayette, LA | $45,820 |
Related jobs in Baton Rouge
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Gas Plant Operator | $113,600 |
| Petroleum Pump System Operator | $108,400 |
| Chemical Plant and System Operator | $104,400 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Worker | $95,810 |
| Chemical Equipment Operator and Tender | $93,920 |
| Welder | $78,170 |
| Machinist | $67,700 |
| Inspector | $59,720 |
| Structural Metal Fabricator and Fitter | $58,410 |
| Mixing and Blending Machine Setter | $54,460 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a coating make an hour in Baton Rouge?
The median hourly pay in the Baton Rouge, LA metro area is $25.09 ($52,190 a year).
Do coatings make more in Baton Rouge than the national average?
Yes: $52,190 against $48,250 nationally, 8% more.
How does Baton Rouge compare with the rest of Louisiana?
The median in Louisiana is $47,950, so Baton Rouge pays 9% more.
Where does Baton Rouge rank for coating pay?
59 of 337 metro areas with data.
How much does a coating make starting out in Baton Rouge?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,970 or less a year; the top 10% make $61,080 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.