Engineering Lafayette, LA Pop. 121,374

Mechanical Engineer Salary in Lafayette, Louisiana

The median mechanical engineer salary in Lafayette, LA is $84,753 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 3.3% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$84,753
vs State Avg
$-2,889
vs National
$-11,557
Cost of Living
88%

Mechanical Engineer Salary in Lafayette by Experience

In Lafayette, an entry-level mechanical engineer earns around $57,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $121,440 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$57,200
$-7,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$84,480
$-11,520 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$121,440
$-16,560 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lafayette, LA

Percentile Lafayette
10th Percentile $55,792
25th Percentile $69,344
Median (50th) $84,753
75th Percentile $105,248
90th Percentile $128,656

Mechanical Engineer Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$94,384
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$88,605
Pop. 227,470
Lake Charles, LA
$82,827
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$81,864
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Mechanical Engineer in Lafayette

Education

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

Key Skills

SolidWorks/CADThermodynamicsFEAManufacturingMaterials SciencePE License

Job Outlook

Nationally, mechanical engineer employment is projected to grow 2% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Lafayette may vary based on local industry and population growth.