Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Louisiana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $49,920 | $62,569 | -20% |
| Median hourly wage | $24.00 | $30.08 | -20% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $56,599.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Carpenter in Louisiana is $49,920, or about $24.00 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Carpenters is $62,569. Louisiana is -20% below the national median.
Entry-level carpenters in Louisiana typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 8,990 carpenter jobs on record and a median salary of $49,920, Louisiana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.