Engineering Louisiana (LA) Rank #34 of 50

Chemical Engineer Salary in Louisiana

The median chemical engineer salary in Louisiana is $96,697 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $106,260.

Median Salary
$96,697
vs National
$-9,563
State Rank
#34 of 50
Cost of Living
91%

Chemical Engineer Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level chemical engineer earns around $63,700, while experienced professionals earn up to $147,420 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$63,700
$-6,300 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$98,280
$-9,720 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$147,420
$-14,580 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile LA Salary
10th Percentile $61,880
25th Percentile $76,440
Median (50th) $96,697
75th Percentile $125,580
90th Percentile $156,520

Chemical Engineer Salary by City in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for chemical 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
$104,135
Pop. 383,997 · COL 98%
Baton Rouge, LA
$97,759
Pop. 227,470 · COL 92%
Shreveport, LA
$90,321
Pop. 187,593 · COL 85%
Lafayette, LA
$93,509
Pop. 121,374 · COL 88%
Lake Charles, LA
$91,384
Pop. 80,000 · COL 86%

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in Louisiana

Education

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

Key Skills

Process EngineeringChemical ProcessesASPENSafety EngineeringQuality ControlThermodynamics

Job Outlook in Louisiana

Nationally, chemical engineer employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Louisiana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.