How much does a welder make in Louisiana?
$62,250a year
Median yearly pay for welders in Louisiana. That is $29.93 an hour or $5,188 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.93
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 13,690
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,810Median: $62,250Highest 10%: $81,750
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,810 | $20.58 | |
| 25th | $50,680 | $24.37 | |
| Median | $62,250 | $29.93 | |
| 75th | $77,310 | $37.17 | |
| 90th | $81,750 | $39.30 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Baton Rouge, LA | $78,170 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $72,920 |
| Alexandria, LA | $64,490 |
| Shreveport, LA | $63,610 |
| New Orleans, LA | $63,270 |
| Slidell, LA | $60,810 |
| Hammond, LA | $58,490 |
| Lafayette, LA | $57,750 |
| Houma, LA | $56,990 |
| Monroe, LA | $51,870 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for welders.
| 5. Washington | $63,020 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $62,570 |
| 7. New Hampshire | $62,360 |
| 8. Louisiana | $62,250 |
| 9. Maine | $62,220 |
| 10. North Dakota | $62,000 |
| 11. Nevada | $61,520 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a welder make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $29.93 ($62,250 a year).
Do welders make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $62,250 against $53,750 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for welder pay?
Louisiana ranks 8 of 51 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays welders the most?
Baton Rouge, LA, with a median of $78,170 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.