Engineering Louisiana (LA) Rank #34 of 50

Aerospace Engineer Salary in Louisiana

The median aerospace engineer salary in Louisiana is $115,461 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $126,880.

Median Salary
$115,461
vs National
$-11,419
State Rank
#34 of 50
Cost of Living
91%

Aerospace Engineer Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level aerospace engineer earns around $72,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $168,350 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$72,800
$-7,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$116,480
$-11,520 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$168,350
$-16,650 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile LA Salary
10th Percentile $70,980
25th Percentile $91,000
Median (50th) $115,461
75th Percentile $145,600
90th Percentile $174,720

Aerospace Engineer Salary by City in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for aerospace engineers in Louisiana include New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, and Lafayette. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

New Orleans, LA
$124,342
Pop. 383,997 · COL 98%
Baton Rouge, LA
$116,730
Pop. 227,470 · COL 92%
Shreveport, LA
$107,848
Pop. 187,593 · COL 85%
Lafayette, LA
$111,654
Pop. 121,374 · COL 88%
Lake Charles, LA
$109,117
Pop. 80,000 · COL 86%

How to Become a Aerospace Engineer in Louisiana

Education

Most aerospace engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Louisiana has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

AerodynamicsCATIA/CADStructural AnalysisMATLABPropulsion SystemsFEA

Job Outlook in Louisiana

Nationally, aerospace engineer employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Louisiana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.