How much does a gas compressor and gas pumping station operator make in Louisiana?
$79,970a year
Median yearly pay for gas compressor and gas pumping station operators in Louisiana. That is $38.45 an hour or $6,664 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.45
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 20
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,340Median: $79,970Highest 10%: $100,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,340 | $24.20 | |
| 25th | $62,470 | $30.03 | |
| Median | $79,970 | $38.45 | |
| 75th | $80,930 | $38.91 | |
| 90th | $100,400 | $48.28 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for gas compressor and gas pumping station operators.
| 5. Montana | $83,750 |
| 6. Oklahoma | $82,150 |
| 7. Texas | $82,120 |
| 8. Louisiana | $79,970 |
| 9. Michigan | $78,240 |
| 10. Colorado | $76,200 |
| 11. West Virginia | $65,050 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a gas compressor and gas pumping station operator make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $38.45 ($79,970 a year).
Do gas compressor and gas pumping station operators make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $79,970 against $77,320 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for gas compressor and gas pumping station operator pay?
Louisiana ranks 8 of 20 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.