Trades & Labor Lake Charles, LA Pop. 80,000

Ironworker Salary in Lake Charles, Louisiana

The median ironworker salary in Lake Charles, LA is $52,325 per year, which is 9% below the national median and 5.2% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$52,325
vs State Avg
$-2,875
vs National
$-5,175
Cost of Living
86%

Ironworker Salary in Lake Charles by Experience

In Lake Charles, an entry-level ironworker earns around $34,580, while experienced professionals earn up to $80,080 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$34,580
$-3,420 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$52,780
$-5,220 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$80,080
$-7,920 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lake Charles, LA

Percentile Lake Charles
10th Percentile $32,760
25th Percentile $40,040
Median (50th) $52,325
75th Percentile $68,250
90th Percentile $83,720

Ironworker Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$59,225
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$55,775
Pop. 227,470
Lafayette, LA
$53,475
Pop. 121,374
Shreveport, LA
$51,750
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Ironworker in Lake Charles

Education

Most ironworker positions require a high school diploma + apprenticeship. Lake Charles 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 Lake Charles may vary based on local industry and population growth.