How much does a roustabout make in Louisiana?
$44,850a year
Median yearly pay for roustabouts in Louisiana. That is $21.56 an hour or $3,738 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.56
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 23 of 23
- Jobs in the state
- 3,460
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,700Median: $44,850Highest 10%: $66,660
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,700 | $17.64 | |
| 25th | $38,670 | $18.59 | |
| Median | $44,850 | $21.56 | |
| 75th | $60,400 | $29.04 | |
| 90th | $66,660 | $32.05 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lafayette, LA | $49,970 |
| Houma, LA | $46,060 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $45,900 |
| Shreveport, LA | $41,610 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for roustabouts.
| 20. Kansas | $46,220 |
| 21. Texas | $45,950 |
| 22. Arkansas | $44,960 |
| 23. Louisiana | $44,850 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a roustabout make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $21.56 ($44,850 a year).
Do roustabouts make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $44,850 against $46,960 nationally, 4% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for roustabout pay?
Louisiana ranks 23 of 23 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays roustabouts the most?
Lafayette, LA, with a median of $49,970 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.