Riggers Salary in Louisiana
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 7 metro areas • Louisiana
Riggers in Louisiana earn a median salary of $45,627 per year on average across 7 metro and nonmetro areas, -26.5% vs the national median of $62,060. An estimated 1,950 riggers are employed across Louisiana, with salaries ranging from $36,010 to $59,730 depending on location.
$45,627
Avg median salary in Louisiana
$59,730
Highest paying metro
$36,010
Lowest paying metro
1,950
Employed in Louisiana
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Riggers salaries by city in Louisiana
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Charles, LA | $59,730 | $36,880 | $64,480 | 40 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $56,560 | $38,920 | $74,570 | 450 |
| Southwest Louisiana | $49,060 | $35,310 | $50,080 | 290 |
| New Orleans, LA | $44,800 | $36,670 | $68,710 | 270 |
| Northeast Louisiana | $37,130 | $27,730 | $47,340 | — |
| Houma, LA | $36,100 | $31,730 | $38,710 | 520 |
| Lafayette, LA | $36,010 | $28,390 | $44,570 | 380 |