How much does a commercial diver make in Louisiana?
$62,230a year
Median yearly pay for commercial divers in Louisiana. That is $29.92 an hour or $5,186 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.92
- Vs. national median
- -15%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 19
- Jobs in the state
- 230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,430Median: $62,230Highest 10%: $99,160
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,430 | $15.59 | |
| 25th | $48,890 | $23.50 | |
| Median | $62,230 | $29.92 | |
| 75th | $74,470 | $35.80 | |
| 90th | $99,160 | $47.67 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for commercial divers.
| 11. Kentucky | $63,550 |
| 12. Missouri | $63,030 |
| 13. Virginia | $62,340 |
| 14. Louisiana | $62,230 |
| 15. Connecticut | $59,690 |
| 16. Michigan | $54,620 |
| 17. Florida | $49,640 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a commercial diver make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $29.92 ($62,230 a year).
Do commercial divers make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $62,230 against $72,990 nationally, 15% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for commercial diver pay?
Louisiana ranks 14 of 19 states.
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.