Engineering Lafayette, LA Pop. 121,374

Aerospace Engineer Salary in Lafayette, Louisiana

The median aerospace engineer salary in Lafayette, LA is $111,654 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 3.3% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$111,654
vs State Avg
$-3,807
vs National
$-15,226
Cost of Living
88%

Aerospace Engineer Salary in Lafayette by Experience

In Lafayette, an entry-level aerospace engineer earns around $70,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $162,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$70,400
$-9,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$112,640
$-15,360 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$162,800
$-22,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lafayette, LA

Percentile Lafayette
10th Percentile $68,640
25th Percentile $88,000
Median (50th) $111,654
75th Percentile $140,800
90th Percentile $168,960

Aerospace Engineer Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$124,342
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$116,730
Pop. 227,470
Lake Charles, LA
$109,117
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$107,848
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Aerospace Engineer in Lafayette

Education

Most aerospace engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Lafayette and the surrounding Louisiana area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

AerodynamicsCATIA/CADStructural AnalysisMATLABPropulsion SystemsFEA

Job Outlook

Nationally, aerospace engineer employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Lafayette may vary based on local industry and population growth.