Plumbers, Pipefitters & Steamfitters Salary in Louisiana
Median Annual Salary
$64,720
$31.12/hr
Salary Range
$38,190 – $77,610
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
9,040
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+4.9%
About average
COL-Adjusted
$71,121
real purchasing power
2.8% above the national median ($62,970)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$38,190 (entry)$64,720 (median)$77,610 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+15.2%
$8,670 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge | $72,010 | 3,400 |
| Lake Charles | $71,050 | 760 |
| New Orleans-Metairie | $64,340 | 1,530 |
| Alexandria | $59,030 | 210 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City | $58,300 | 770 |
| Slidell-Mandeville-Covington | $58,190 | 310 |
| Lafayette | $56,160 | 550 |
| Hammond | $55,650 | 120 |
| Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux | $54,950 | 510 |
| Monroe | $54,080 | 220 |
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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.