Chemical Engineers Salary in Louisiana
Ranked #3 of 41 · LA
4% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $135,190 ≈ $65/hr
Median annual salary $134,800
Employment 730
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $75,500P25 $105,860 Median $134,800P75 $164,800P90 $177,790
About 80% of chemical engineerss in Louisiana earn between $75,500 and $177,790. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean chemical engineers salary in Louisiana is $135,190, about 4% above the U.S. average ($129,980). That works out to roughly $65/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Louisiana
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans-Metairie, LA | $136,870 | $137,320 | 190 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $136,810 | $144,900 | 100 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $134,800 | $136,220 | 360 |