How much does a grader and sorter make in Louisiana?
$36,090a year
Median yearly pay for grader and sorters in Louisiana. That is $17.35 an hour or $3,008 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.35
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $26,050Median: $36,090Highest 10%: $52,830
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $26,050 | $12.52 | |
| 25th | $28,300 | $13.61 | |
| Median | $36,090 | $17.35 | |
| 75th | $36,870 | $17.73 | |
| 90th | $52,830 | $25.40 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New Orleans, LA | $37,650 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $28,970 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for grader and sorters.
| 17. Kentucky | $37,300 |
| 18. Tennessee | $36,880 |
| 19. California | $36,330 |
| 20. Louisiana | $36,090 |
| 21. Texas | $36,090 |
| 22. Missouri | $35,800 |
| 23. Georgia | $35,450 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a grader and sorter make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $17.35 ($36,090 a year).
Do grader and sorters make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $36,090 against $35,730 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for grader and sorter pay?
Louisiana ranks 20 of 37 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays grader and sorters the most?
New Orleans-Metairie, LA, with a median of $37,650 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.