Engineering New Orleans, LA Pop. 383,997

Aerospace Engineer Salary in New Orleans, Louisiana

The median aerospace engineer salary in New Orleans, LA is $124,342 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 7.7% above the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$124,342
vs State Avg
+$8,881
vs National
$-2,538
Cost of Living
98%

Aerospace Engineer Salary in New Orleans by Experience

In New Orleans, an entry-level aerospace engineer earns around $78,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $181,300 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$78,400
$-1,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$125,440
$-2,560 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$181,300
$-3,700 vs national

Salary Percentiles in New Orleans, LA

Percentile New Orleans
10th Percentile $76,440
25th Percentile $98,000
Median (50th) $124,342
75th Percentile $156,800
90th Percentile $188,160

Aerospace Engineer Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

Baton Rouge, LA
$116,730
Pop. 227,470
Lafayette, LA
$111,654
Pop. 121,374
Lake Charles, LA
$109,117
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$107,848
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Aerospace Engineer in New Orleans

Education

Most aerospace engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. New Orleans 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 New Orleans may vary based on local industry and population growth.