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Ironworker Salary in Lafayette, Louisiana

The median ironworker salary in Lafayette, LA is $53,475 per year, which is 7% below the national median and 3.1% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$53,475
vs State Avg
$-1,725
vs National
$-4,025
Cost of Living
88%

Ironworker Salary in Lafayette by Experience

In Lafayette, an entry-level ironworker earns around $35,340, while experienced professionals earn up to $81,840 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$35,340
$-2,660 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$53,940
$-4,060 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$81,840
$-6,160 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lafayette, LA

Percentile Lafayette
10th Percentile $33,480
25th Percentile $40,920
Median (50th) $53,475
75th Percentile $69,750
90th Percentile $85,560

Ironworker Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$59,225
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$55,775
Pop. 227,470
Lake Charles, LA
$52,325
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$51,750
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Ironworker in Lafayette

Education

Most ironworker positions require a high school diploma + apprenticeship. Lafayette and the surrounding Louisiana area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Structural SteelWeldingBlueprint ReadingRiggingSafety/Fall ProtectionPhysical Stamina

Job Outlook

Nationally, ironworker 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.