How much does a materials engineer make in Louisiana?
$128,700a year
Median yearly pay for materials engineers in Louisiana. That is $61.86 an hour or $10,720 a month.
- Hourly
- $61.86
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $80,860Median: $128,700Highest 10%: $171,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $80,860 | $38.88 | |
| 25th | $92,470 | $44.46 | |
| Median | $128,700 | $61.86 | |
| 75th | $155,800 | $74.92 | |
| 90th | $171,100 | $82.28 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for materials engineers.
| 2. Maryland | $140,600 |
| 3. Washington | $139,800 |
| 4. Delaware | $131,300 |
| 5. Louisiana | $128,700 |
| 6. California | $128,500 |
| 7. Illinois | $126,600 |
| 8. New York | $125,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a materials engineer make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $61.86 ($128,700 a year).
Do materials engineers make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $128,700 against $112,900 nationally, 14% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for materials engineer pay?
Louisiana ranks 5 of 45 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.