How much does a rigger make in Louisiana?
$43,660a year
Median yearly pay for riggers in Louisiana. That is $20.99 an hour or $3,638 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.99
- Vs. national median
- -30%
- Rank among states
- 41 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 1,840
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,220Median: $43,660Highest 10%: $75,180
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,220 | $14.05 | |
| 25th | $35,910 | $17.26 | |
| Median | $43,660 | $20.99 | |
| 75th | $58,840 | $28.29 | |
| 90th | $75,180 | $36.14 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Baton Rouge, LA | $58,840 |
| New Orleans, LA | $47,730 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $44,770 |
| Houma, LA | $37,360 |
| Lafayette, LA | $36,880 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for riggers.
| 38. Oklahoma | $48,490 |
| 39. Tennessee | $47,180 |
| 40. Indiana | $46,090 |
| 41. Louisiana | $43,660 |
| 42. Kansas | $41,060 |
| 43. New Mexico | $37,440 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a rigger make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $20.99 ($43,660 a year).
Do riggers make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $43,660 against $62,640 nationally, 30% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for rigger pay?
Louisiana ranks 41 of 43 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays riggers the most?
Baton Rouge, LA, with a median of $58,840 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.