Engineering Lafayette, LA Pop. 121,374

Environmental Engineer Salary in Lafayette, Louisiana

The median environmental engineer salary in Lafayette, LA is $85,202 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 3.3% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$85,202
vs State Avg
$-2,904
vs National
$-11,618
Cost of Living
88%

Environmental Engineer Salary in Lafayette by Experience

In Lafayette, an entry-level environmental engineer earns around $56,320, while experienced professionals earn up to $124,960 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$56,320
$-7,680 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$86,240
$-11,760 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$124,960
$-17,040 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lafayette, LA

Percentile Lafayette
10th Percentile $53,680
25th Percentile $66,880
Median (50th) $85,202
75th Percentile $107,360
90th Percentile $130,240

Environmental Engineer Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$94,884
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$89,074
Pop. 227,470
Lake Charles, LA
$83,265
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$82,297
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Environmental Engineer in Lafayette

Education

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

Key Skills

Environmental RemediationWater TreatmentAir QualityEPA RegulationsGISProject Management

Job Outlook

Nationally, environmental engineer employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Lafayette may vary based on local industry and population growth.