Engineering Louisiana (LA) Rank #34 of 50

Civil Engineer Salary in Louisiana

The median civil engineer salary in Louisiana is $81,845 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $89,940.

Median Salary

$81,845

vs National

$-8,095

State Rank

#34 of 50

Cost of Living

91%

Civil Engineer Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level civil engineer earns around $56,420, while experienced professionals earn up to $118,300 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$56,420

$-5,580 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$81,900

$-8,100 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$118,300

$-11,700 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile	LA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$54,964	$60,400	$-5,436
25th Percentile	$66,612	$73,200	$-6,588
Median (50th)	$81,845	$89,940	$-8,095
75th Percentile	$103,740	$114,000	$-10,260
90th Percentile	$126,126	$138,600	$-12,474

Civil Engineer Salary by City in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for civil 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

$88,141

Pop. 383,997 · COL 98%

Baton Rouge, LA

$82,745

Pop. 227,470 · COL 92%

Shreveport, LA

$76,449

Pop. 187,593 · COL 85%

Lafayette, LA

$79,147

Pop. 121,374 · COL 88%

Lake Charles, LA

$77,348

Pop. 80,000 · COL 86%

How to Become a Civil Engineer in Louisiana

Education

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

Key Skills

AutoCADStructural AnalysisProject ManagementGISConstruction ManagementPE License

Job Outlook in Louisiana

Nationally, civil engineer employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Louisiana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.