How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make in Louisiana?
$45,680a year
Median yearly pay for metal worker and plastic workers in Louisiana. That is $21.96 an hour or $3,807 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.96
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 25 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,110Median: $45,680Highest 10%: $61,270
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,110 | $18.32 | |
| 25th | $40,000 | $19.23 | |
| Median | $45,680 | $21.96 | |
| 75th | $50,440 | $24.25 | |
| 90th | $61,270 | $29.46 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal worker and plastic workers.
| 22. Iowa | $46,570 |
| 23. South Carolina | $46,470 |
| 24. Nevada | $46,440 |
| 25. Louisiana | $45,680 |
| 26. Texas | $45,560 |
| 27. Pennsylvania | $45,350 |
| 28. North Carolina | $45,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $21.96 ($45,680 a year).
Do metal worker and plastic workers make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $45,680 against $45,950 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for metal worker and plastic worker pay?
Louisiana ranks 25 of 38 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.