How much does a drafter make in Louisiana?
$68,470a year
Median yearly pay for drafters in Louisiana. That is $32.92 an hour or $5,706 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.92
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 1,200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,730Median: $68,470Highest 10%: $110,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,730 | $21.99 | |
| 25th | $53,990 | $25.96 | |
| Median | $68,470 | $32.92 | |
| 75th | $88,380 | $42.49 | |
| 90th | $110,500 | $53.11 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Baton Rouge, LA | $77,020 |
| Alexandria, LA | $74,540 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $71,690 |
| New Orleans, LA | $65,870 |
| Slidell, LA | $61,260 |
| Lafayette, LA | $60,270 |
| Houma, LA | $59,970 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for drafters.
| 7. New Hampshire | $70,710 |
| 8. Arizona | $70,070 |
| 9. Utah | $69,420 |
| 10. Louisiana | $68,470 |
| 11. Michigan | $67,750 |
| 12. Mississippi | $67,730 |
| 13. Colorado | $67,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a drafter make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $32.92 ($68,470 a year).
Do drafters make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $68,470 against $63,520 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for drafter pay?
Louisiana ranks 10 of 40 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays drafters the most?
Baton Rouge, LA, with a median of $77,020 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.