Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Louisiana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $90,160 | $98,482 | -8% |
| Median hourly wage | $43.35 | $47.35 | -8% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $102,222.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Network Engineer in Louisiana is $90,160, or about $43.35 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Network Engineers is $98,482. Louisiana is -8% below the national median.
Entry-level network engineers in Louisiana typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,790 network engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $90,160, Louisiana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.