Helpers — Pipelayers, Plumbers & Pipefitters Salary in Louisiana
Median Annual Salary
$36,110
$17.36/hr
Salary Range
$26,090 – $49,870
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
2,300
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+8.5%
Much faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$39,681
real purchasing power
8% below the national median ($39,270)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$26,090 (entry)$36,110 (median)$49,870 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+27.7%
$9,260 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| New Orleans-Metairie | $37,470 | 470 |
| Baton Rouge | $37,010 | 740 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City | $36,420 | 200 |
| Slidell-Mandeville-Covington | $36,310 | 140 |
| Alexandria | $35,920 | 80 |
| Hammond | $35,730 | 40 |
| Lafayette | $35,000 | 170 |
| Monroe | $34,700 | 50 |
| Lake Charles | $34,600 | 180 |
| Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux | $29,030 | 120 |
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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.