Electrician Salary in Louisiana
Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in homes, businesses, and industrial settings.
Louisiana Electrician Wages at a Glance
Louisiana electricians earn a statewide median of $59,590 per year ($28.65 per hour), up 17.3% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $38,530 at the 10th percentile to $77,900 at the 90th.
Louisiana employs approximately 10,810 electricians statewide, down 14.0% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge | $64,410 | $30.97/hr | 3,180 | up 28.5% |
| New Orleans | $60,840 | $29.25/hr | 2,150 | up 20.6% |
| Lafayette | $56,480 | $27.15/hr | 650 | up 23.6% |
| Shreveport | $48,420 | $23.28/hr | 610 | down 8.3% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
Louisiana Electrician Apprenticeships
Most electricians enter the field through a registered apprenticeship: typically 4 to 5 years of paid on-the-job training combined with classroom hours.
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