How much does a pesticide handler make in Louisiana?
$26,220a year
Median yearly pay for pesticide handlers in Louisiana. That is $12.61 an hour or $2,185 a month.
- Hourly
- $12.61
- Vs. national median
- -43%
- Rank among states
- 44 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $23,990Median: $26,220Highest 10%: $48,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $23,990 | $11.53 | |
| 25th | $25,750 | $12.38 | |
| Median | $26,220 | $12.61 | |
| 75th | $48,700 | $23.41 | |
| 90th | $48,700 | $23.41 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Baton Rouge, LA | $32,580 |
| New Orleans, LA | $26,220 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pesticide handlers.
| 41. Montana | $37,760 |
| 42. Oklahoma | $36,870 |
| 43. Mississippi | $35,770 |
| 44. Louisiana | $26,220 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pesticide handler make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $12.61 ($26,220 a year).
Do pesticide handlers make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $26,220 against $46,340 nationally, 43% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for pesticide handler pay?
Louisiana ranks 44 of 44 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays pesticide handlers the most?
Baton Rouge, LA, with a median of $32,580 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.