Engineering Lafayette, LA Pop. 121,374

Civil Engineer Salary in Lafayette, Louisiana

The median civil engineer salary in Lafayette, LA is $79,147 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 3.3% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$79,147
vs State Avg
$-2,698
vs National
$-10,793
Cost of Living
88%

Civil Engineer Salary in Lafayette by Experience

In Lafayette, an entry-level civil engineer earns around $54,560, while experienced professionals earn up to $114,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$54,560
$-7,440 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$79,200
$-10,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$114,400
$-15,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lafayette, LA

Percentile Lafayette
10th Percentile $53,152
25th Percentile $64,416
Median (50th) $79,147
75th Percentile $100,320
90th Percentile $121,968

Civil Engineer Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$88,141
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$82,745
Pop. 227,470
Lake Charles, LA
$77,348
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$76,449
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Civil Engineer in Lafayette

Education

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

Key Skills

AutoCADStructural AnalysisProject ManagementGISConstruction ManagementPE License

Job Outlook

Nationally, civil engineer employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Lafayette may vary based on local industry and population growth.