Electricians Salary in Louisiana
Median Annual Salary
$59,590
$28.65/hr
Salary Range
$38,530 – $77,900
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
10,810
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+5.2%
Faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$65,484
real purchasing power
4.4% below the national median ($62,350)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$38,530 (entry)$59,590 (median)$77,900 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+17.3%
$10,375 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge | $64,410 | 3,180 |
| Lake Charles | $62,320 | 630 |
| New Orleans-Metairie | $60,840 | 2,150 |
| Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux | $57,560 | 550 |
| Alexandria | $57,010 | 440 |
| Lafayette | $56,480 | 650 |
| Hammond | $53,780 | 130 |
| Slidell-Mandeville-Covington | $49,180 | 310 |
| Monroe | $48,580 | 410 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City | $48,420 | 610 |
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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.