Bus & Truck Mechanics Salary in Louisiana
Median Annual Salary
$54,750
$26.32/hr
Salary Range
$37,870 – $75,420
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
3,050
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+8.5%
Much faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$60,165
real purchasing power
9.7% below the national median ($60,640)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$37,870 (entry)$54,750 (median)$75,420 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+27.3%
$13,130 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge | $59,330 | 640 |
| Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux | $59,190 | 150 |
| Slidell-Mandeville-Covington | $58,690 | 70 |
| New Orleans-Metairie | $58,430 | 680 |
| Lafayette | $56,570 | 270 |
| Monroe | $55,120 | 160 |
| Alexandria | $51,530 | 70 |
| Lake Charles | $50,910 | 110 |
| Hammond | $50,630 | 70 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City | $46,800 | 410 |
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Salary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) (2024 OEWS). Cost of living based on BEA Regional Price Parities. For informational purposes only.