Construction & Real Estate Louisiana (LA) Rank #33 of 50

Architect Salary in Louisiana

The median architect salary in Louisiana is $75,384 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $82,840.

Median Salary

$75,384

vs National

$-7,456

State Rank

#33 of 50

Cost of Living

91%

Architect Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level architect earns around $47,320, while experienced professionals earn up to $127,400 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$47,320

$-4,680 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$77,350

$-7,650 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$127,400

$-12,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile	LA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$45,500	$50,000	$-4,500
25th Percentile	$58,240	$64,000	$-5,760
Median (50th)	$75,384	$82,840	$-7,456
75th Percentile	$101,920	$112,000	$-10,080
90th Percentile	$134,680	$148,000	$-13,320

Architect Salary by City in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for architects 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

$81,183

Pop. 383,997 · COL 98%

Baton Rouge, LA

$76,213

Pop. 227,470 · COL 92%

Shreveport, LA

$70,414

Pop. 187,593 · COL 85%

Lafayette, LA

$72,899

Pop. 121,374 · COL 88%

Lake Charles, LA

$71,242

Pop. 80,000 · COL 86%

How to Become a Architect in Louisiana

Education

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

Key Skills

AutoCAD/RevitBuilding DesignBuilding Codes3D ModelingProject ManagementSustainability

Job Outlook in Louisiana

Nationally, architect employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Louisiana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.