How much does a petroleum pump system operator make in Louisiana?
$106,600a year
Median yearly pay for petroleum pump system operators in Louisiana. That is $51.27 an hour or $8,887 a month.
- Hourly
- $51.27
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 3,490
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,160Median: $106,600Highest 10%: $111,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,160 | $20.27 | |
| 25th | $84,110 | $40.44 | |
| Median | $106,600 | $51.27 | |
| 75th | $108,400 | $52.13 | |
| 90th | $111,100 | $53.39 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Baton Rouge, LA | $108,400 |
| New Orleans, LA | $107,500 |
| Shreveport, LA | $82,920 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for petroleum pump system operators.
| 1. Alaska | $124,500 |
| 2. Louisiana | $106,600 |
| 3. Utah | $106,000 |
| 4. Ohio | $105,200 |
| 5. New Jersey | $104,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a petroleum pump system operator make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $51.27 ($106,600 a year).
Do petroleum pump system operators make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $106,600 against $96,710 nationally, 10% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for petroleum pump system operator pay?
Louisiana ranks 2 of 42 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays petroleum pump system operators the most?
Baton Rouge, LA, with a median of $108,400 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.