How much does a pump operator make in Louisiana?
$64,110a year
Median yearly pay for pump operators in Louisiana. That is $30.82 an hour or $5,343 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.82
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 1,370
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,650Median: $64,110Highest 10%: $78,990
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,650 | $19.06 | |
| 25th | $61,670 | $29.65 | |
| Median | $64,110 | $30.82 | |
| 75th | $75,940 | $36.51 | |
| 90th | $78,990 | $37.98 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Baton Rouge, LA | $79,840 |
| Shreveport, LA | $64,220 |
| Houma, LA | $62,820 |
| New Orleans, LA | $38,360 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pump operators.
| 9. Virginia | $66,500 |
| 10. New Jersey | $64,990 |
| 11. Ohio | $64,700 |
| 12. Louisiana | $64,110 |
| 13. Georgia | $64,050 |
| 14. Texas | $61,770 |
| 15. Mississippi | $61,670 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pump operator make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $30.82 ($64,110 a year).
Do pump operators make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $64,110 against $61,770 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for pump operator pay?
Louisiana ranks 12 of 37 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays pump operators the most?
Baton Rouge, LA, with a median of $79,840 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.