Engineering Shreveport, LA Pop. 187,593

Marine Engineer Salary in Shreveport, Louisiana

The median marine engineer salary in Shreveport, LA is $82,374 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 6.6% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$82,374
vs State Avg
$-5,814
vs National
$-14,536
Cost of Living
85%

Marine Engineer Salary in Shreveport by Experience

In Shreveport, an entry-level marine engineer earns around $52,700, while experienced professionals earn up to $123,250 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$52,700
$-9,300 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$83,300
$-14,700 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$123,250
$-21,750 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Shreveport, LA

Percentile Shreveport
10th Percentile $49,300
25th Percentile $64,600
Median (50th) $82,374
75th Percentile $105,400
90th Percentile $129,200

Marine Engineer Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$94,972
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$89,157
Pop. 227,470
Lafayette, LA
$85,281
Pop. 121,374
Lake Charles, LA
$83,343
Pop. 80,000

How to Become a Marine Engineer in Shreveport

Education

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

Key Skills

Naval ArchitectureMarine SystemsCADPropulsionMaritime LawProject Management

Job Outlook

Nationally, marine engineer 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.