How much does an extraction worker make in Louisiana?
$48,070a year
Median yearly pay for extraction workers in Louisiana. That is $23.11 an hour or $4,006 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.11
- Vs. national median
- -16%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 17
- Jobs in the state
- 1,650
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,530Median: $48,070Highest 10%: $97,170
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,530 | $18.04 | |
| 25th | $40,530 | $19.49 | |
| Median | $48,070 | $23.11 | |
| 75th | $64,220 | $30.88 | |
| 90th | $97,170 | $46.72 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New Orleans, LA | $54,870 |
| Lafayette, LA | $53,210 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $48,050 |
| Hammond, LA | $42,210 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for extraction workers.
| 9. Montana | $51,200 |
| 10. California | $50,590 |
| 11. Tennessee | $49,400 |
| 12. Louisiana | $48,070 |
| 13. Arkansas | $47,200 |
| 14. Minnesota | $47,070 |
| 15. Georgia | $45,760 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an extraction worker make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $23.11 ($48,070 a year).
Do extraction workers make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $48,070 against $57,010 nationally, 16% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for extraction worker pay?
Louisiana ranks 12 of 17 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays extraction workers the most?
New Orleans-Metairie, LA, with a median of $54,870 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.