How much does a pipelayer make in Louisiana?
$44,340a year
Median yearly pay for pipelayers in Louisiana. That is $21.32 an hour or $3,695 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.32
- Vs. national median
- -10%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 44
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,200Median: $44,340Highest 10%: $60,180
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,200 | $16.92 | |
| 25th | $37,380 | $17.97 | |
| Median | $44,340 | $21.32 | |
| 75th | $48,250 | $23.20 | |
| 90th | $60,180 | $28.93 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pipelayers.
| 37. South Carolina | $45,180 |
| 38. Alabama | $44,550 |
| 39. Nebraska | $44,470 |
| 40. Louisiana | $44,340 |
| 41. Mississippi | $41,900 |
| 42. Pennsylvania | $41,600 |
| 43. West Virginia | $40,440 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pipelayer make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $21.32 ($44,340 a year).
Do pipelayers make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $44,340 against $49,000 nationally, 10% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for pipelayer pay?
Louisiana ranks 40 of 44 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.