Welder Salary in Louisiana
Join, cut, and shape metal using heat and specialized equipment to build and repair structures, pipelines, vehicles, and machinery.
Louisiana Welder Wages at a Glance
Louisiana welders earn a statewide median of $62,250 per year ($29.93 per hour), up 19.2% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $42,810 at the 10th percentile to $81,750 at the 90th.
Louisiana employs approximately 13,690 welders statewide, up 15.6% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge | $78,170 | $37.58/hr | 3,690 | up 8.4% |
| Shreveport | $63,610 | $30.58/hr | 910 | up 50.1% |
| New Orleans | $63,270 | $30.42/hr | 2,000 | up 25.7% |
| Lafayette | $57,750 | $27.77/hr | 1,860 | up 22.0% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.