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

Software Engineer Salary by City in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for software 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

$116,748

Pop. 383,997 · COL 98%

Baton Rouge, LA

$109,296

Pop. 227,470 · COL 92%

Shreveport, LA

$100,602

Pop. 187,593 · COL 85%

Lafayette, LA

$104,328

Pop. 121,374 · COL 88%

Lake Charles, LA

$101,844

Pop. 80,000 · COL 86%

How to Become a Software Engineer in Louisiana

Education

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

Key Skills

PythonJavaScriptSQLGitCloud PlatformsSystem Design

Job Outlook in Louisiana

Nationally, software engineer employment is projected to grow 25% over the next decade (much faster than average). Louisiana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.