How much does a mobile heavy equipment mechanic make in Louisiana?
$62,260a year
Median yearly pay for mobile heavy equipment mechanics in Louisiana. That is $29.93 an hour or $5,188 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.93
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,390Median: $62,260Highest 10%: $80,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,390 | $18.94 | |
| 25th | $48,990 | $23.55 | |
| Median | $62,260 | $29.93 | |
| 75th | $73,540 | $35.36 | |
| 90th | $80,800 | $38.85 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lafayette, LA | $64,930 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $63,780 |
| Shreveport, LA | $62,400 |
| New Orleans, LA | $62,220 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $61,970 |
| Hammond, LA | $61,670 |
| Slidell, LA | $60,750 |
| Houma, LA | $58,840 |
| Alexandria, LA | $50,750 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for mobile heavy equipment mechanics.
| 37. Florida | $63,550 |
| 38. Missouri | $63,390 |
| 39. Ohio | $63,200 |
| 40. Louisiana | $62,260 |
| 41. Texas | $61,940 |
| 42. Tennessee | $61,880 |
| 43. Maine | $61,280 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mobile heavy equipment mechanic make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $29.93 ($62,260 a year).
Do mobile heavy equipment mechanics make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $62,260 against $65,510 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for mobile heavy equipment mechanic pay?
Louisiana ranks 40 of 51 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays mobile heavy equipment mechanics the most?
Lafayette, LA, with a median of $64,930 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.