Trades & Labor Shreveport, LA Pop. 187,593

Ironworker Salary in Shreveport, Louisiana

The median ironworker salary in Shreveport, LA is $51,750 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 6.3% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$51,750
vs State Avg
$-3,450
vs National
$-5,750
Cost of Living
85%

Ironworker Salary in Shreveport by Experience

In Shreveport, an entry-level ironworker earns around $34,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $79,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$34,200
$-3,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$52,200
$-5,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$79,200
$-8,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Shreveport, LA

Percentile Shreveport
10th Percentile $32,400
25th Percentile $39,600
Median (50th) $51,750
75th Percentile $67,500
90th Percentile $82,800

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
Lake Charles, LA
$52,325
Pop. 80,000

How to Become a Ironworker in Shreveport

Education

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