Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Louisiana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $123,710 | $118,932 | +4% |
| Median hourly wage | $59.48 | $57.18 | +4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $140,261.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | $101,697 | $69,000 | $133,400 | 96 |
The median annual salary for a Electrical Engineer in Louisiana is $123,710, or about $59.48 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Electrical Engineers is $118,932. Louisiana is +4% above the national median.
Entry-level electrical engineers in Louisiana typically earn from $69,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 990 electrical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $123,710, Louisiana offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.