Carpenter Salary in Louisiana
Build, install, and repair structures and fixtures made of wood and other materials, from framing houses to finish carpentry.
Louisiana Carpenter Wages at a Glance
Louisiana carpenters earn a statewide median of $49,920 per year ($24.00 per hour), up 7.8% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $34,100 at the 10th percentile to $69,310 at the 90th.
Louisiana employs approximately 8,990 carpenters statewide, down 17.7% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge | $55,630 | $26.75/hr | 3,490 | up 10.1% |
| New Orleans | $50,130 | $24.10/hr | 1,390 | up 8.8% |
| Lafayette | $47,440 | $22.81/hr | 580 | up 21.3% |
| Shreveport | $46,920 | $22.56/hr | 480 | up 25.2% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.