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 $61,540 per year ($29.59 per hour), up 17.7% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $38,750 at the 10th percentile to $81,810 at the 90th.
Louisiana employs approximately 10,550 electricians statewide, down 2.4% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge | $65,330 | $31.41/hr | 3,320 | up 19.1% |
| New Orleans | $62,490 | $30.04/hr | 2,240 | up 20.4% |
| Shreveport | $60,830 | $29.25/hr | 800 | up 39.7% |
| Lafayette | $59,820 | $28.76/hr | 730 | up 27.8% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
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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