How much does an earth driller make in Louisiana?
$55,690a year
Median yearly pay for earth drillers in Louisiana. That is $26.77 an hour or $4,641 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.77
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 37 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,040Median: $55,690Highest 10%: $74,960
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,040 | $22.13 | |
| 25th | $47,690 | $22.93 | |
| Median | $55,690 | $26.77 | |
| 75th | $65,220 | $31.36 | |
| 90th | $74,960 | $36.04 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Baton Rouge, LA | $51,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for earth drillers.
| 34. Delaware | $57,160 |
| 35. South Dakota | $57,160 |
| 36. Kentucky | $56,160 |
| 37. Louisiana | $55,690 |
| 38. West Virginia | $55,540 |
| 39. Virginia | $55,470 |
| 40. Florida | $55,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an earth driller make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $26.77 ($55,690 a year).
Do earth drillers make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $55,690 against $60,190 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for earth driller pay?
Louisiana ranks 37 of 48 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays earth drillers the most?
Baton Rouge, LA, with a median of $51,200 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.