Technology Louisiana (LA) Rank #38 of 50

QA Engineer Salary in Louisiana

The median qa engineer salary in Louisiana is $78,300 per year, which is 13% below the national median of $90,000.

Median Salary

$78,300

vs National

$-11,700

State Rank

#38 of 50

Cost of Living

91%

QA Engineer Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level qa engineer earns around $50,460, while experienced professionals earn up to $117,450 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$50,460

$-7,540 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$80,040

$-11,960 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$117,450

$-17,550 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile	LA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$47,850	$55,000	$-7,150
25th Percentile	$62,640	$72,000	$-9,360
Median (50th)	$78,300	$90,000	$-11,700
75th Percentile	$102,660	$118,000	$-15,340
90th Percentile	$123,540	$142,000	$-18,460

QA Engineer Salary by City in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for qa engineers in Louisiana include New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, and Lafayette. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

New Orleans, LA

$84,600

Pop. 383,997 · COL 98%

Baton Rouge, LA

$79,200

Pop. 227,470 · COL 92%

Shreveport, LA

$72,900

Pop. 187,593 · COL 85%

Lafayette, LA

$75,600

Pop. 121,374 · COL 88%

Lake Charles, LA

$73,800

Pop. 80,000 · COL 86%

How to Become a QA Engineer in Louisiana

Education

Most qa engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Louisiana has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Test AutomationSeleniumJIRASQLAPI TestingAgile

Job Outlook in Louisiana

Nationally, qa engineer employment is projected to grow 15% over the next decade (much faster than average). Louisiana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.