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

Crane Operator Salary in Louisiana

The median crane operator salary in Louisiana is $58,559 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $64,350.

Median Salary

$58,559

vs National

$-5,791

State Rank

#33 of 50

Cost of Living

91%

Crane Operator Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level crane operator earns around $38,220, while experienced professionals earn up to $86,450 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$38,220

$-3,780 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$60,060

$-5,940 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$86,450

$-8,550 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile	LA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$36,400	$40,000	$-3,600
25th Percentile	$45,500	$50,000	$-4,500
Median (50th)	$58,559	$64,350	$-5,791
75th Percentile	$74,620	$82,000	$-7,380
90th Percentile	$91,000	$100,000	$-9,000

Crane Operator Salary by City in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for crane operators 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

$63,063

Pop. 383,997 · COL 98%

Baton Rouge, LA

$59,202

Pop. 227,470 · COL 92%

Shreveport, LA

$54,698

Pop. 187,593 · COL 85%

Lafayette, LA

$56,628

Pop. 121,374 · COL 88%

Lake Charles, LA

$55,341

Pop. 80,000 · COL 86%

How to Become a Crane Operator in Louisiana

Education

Most crane operator positions require a high school diploma. Louisiana has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Crane OperationLoad CalculationSafety ProtocolsCommunicationEquipment InspectionNCCCO Certification

Job Outlook in Louisiana

Nationally, crane operator employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Louisiana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.