How much does an inspector make in Louisiana?
$49,490a year
Median yearly pay for inspectors in Louisiana. That is $23.79 an hour or $4,124 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.79
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 8,110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,220Median: $49,490Highest 10%: $94,450
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,220 | $16.93 | |
| 25th | $37,110 | $17.84 | |
| Median | $49,490 | $23.79 | |
| 75th | $66,390 | $31.92 | |
| 90th | $94,450 | $45.41 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lake Charles, LA | $63,570 |
| New Orleans, LA | $60,360 |
| Houma, LA | $59,870 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $59,720 |
| Shreveport, LA | $50,370 |
| Slidell, LA | $50,240 |
| Monroe, LA | $45,800 |
| Alexandria, LA | $43,740 |
| Hammond, LA | $42,950 |
| Lafayette, LA | $37,110 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for inspectors.
| 26. Wisconsin | $49,610 |
| 27. Virginia | $49,590 |
| 28. New Mexico | $49,500 |
| 29. Louisiana | $49,490 |
| 30. Nevada | $49,280 |
| 31. New Jersey | $49,140 |
| 32. Utah | $48,910 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an inspector make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $23.79 ($49,490 a year).
Do inspectors make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $49,490 against $48,570 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for inspector pay?
Louisiana ranks 29 of 51 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays inspectors the most?
Lake Charles, LA, with a median of $63,570 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.