Technology Louisiana (LA) Rank #38 of 50

Software Engineer Salary in Louisiana

The median software engineer salary in Louisiana is $108,054 per year, which is 13% below the national median of $124,200.

Median Salary

$108,054

vs National

$-16,146

State Rank

#38 of 50

Cost of Living

91%

Software Engineer Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level software engineer earns around $67,860, while experienced professionals earn up to $160,950 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$67,860

$-10,140 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$108,750

$-16,250 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$160,950

$-24,050 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile	LA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$64,902	$74,600	$-9,698
25th Percentile	$85,434	$98,200	$-12,766
Median (50th)	$108,054	$124,200	$-16,146
75th Percentile	$137,634	$158,200	$-20,566
90th Percentile	$172,765	$198,580	$-25,815

Major Cities for Software Engineers in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for software engineers in Louisiana include New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, and Lafayette. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

New Orleans, LA