Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Louisiana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $62,250 | $53,934 | +15% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.93 | $25.93 | +15% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $70,578.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Welder in Louisiana is $62,250, or about $29.93 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Welders is $53,934. Louisiana is +15% above the national median.
Entry-level welders in Louisiana typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 13,690 welder jobs on record and a median salary of $62,250, Louisiana offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.