Welders, Cutters, Solderers & Brazers Salary in Louisiana
Median Annual Salary
$59,860
$28.78/hr
Salary Range
$41,130 – $83,250
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
12,360
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+8.2%
Much faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$65,780
real purchasing power
17.4% above the national median ($51,000)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$41,130 (entry)$59,860 (median)$83,250 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+24.3%
$10,960 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge | $75,670 | 3,910 |
| Lake Charles | $63,760 | 900 |
| Alexandria | $62,210 | 200 |
| New Orleans-Metairie | $60,590 | 1,470 |
| Slidell-Mandeville-Covington | $59,070 | 300 |
| Hammond | $56,040 | 90 |
| Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux | $55,580 | 1,440 |
| Lafayette | $54,080 | 1,390 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City | $51,420 | 630 |
| Monroe | $50,280 | 260 |
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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.