Technology Shreveport, LA Pop. 187,593

Game Developer Salary in Shreveport, Louisiana

The median game developer salary in Shreveport, LA is $68,850 per year, which is 19% below the national median and 6.9% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$68,850
vs State Avg
$-5,100
vs National
$-16,150
Cost of Living
85%

Game Developer Salary in Shreveport by Experience

In Shreveport, an entry-level game developer earns around $40,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $119,880 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$40,500
$-9,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$70,470
$-16,530 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$119,880
$-28,120 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Shreveport, LA

Percentile Shreveport
10th Percentile $38,880
25th Percentile $52,650
Median (50th) $68,850
75th Percentile $97,200
90th Percentile $125,550

Game Developer Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$79,900
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$74,800
Pop. 227,470
Lafayette, LA
$71,400
Pop. 121,374
Lake Charles, LA
$69,700
Pop. 80,000

How to Become a Game Developer in Shreveport

Education

Most game developer positions require a bachelor's degree. Shreveport and the surrounding Louisiana area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

C++Unity/Unreal3D MathGame PhysicsGPU ProgrammingVersion Control

Job Outlook

Nationally, game developer employment is projected to grow 10% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Shreveport may vary based on local industry and population growth.