Sales Engineers Salary in Baton Rouge, LA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Baton Rouge, LA

Median annual salary $96,320 -20.7% vs national
Median hourly $46.31
10th percentile $63,400
90th percentile $165,380
National median $121,520

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $63,400
    25th
    $68,950
    50th (median)
    $96,320
    75th
    $143,080
    90th
    $165,380

    Baton Rouge economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.10% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $68,910 2023 • Census ACS
    Sales Engineers salary vs area income 140% Median Sales Engineers salary is 40% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Sales Engineers make per hour in Baton Rouge?

    The median hourly wage for Sales Engineers in Baton Rouge, LA is $46.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $79.51 or more per hour.

    Is Baton Rouge above or below average for Sales Engineers salaries?

    The median Sales Engineers salary in Baton Rouge, LA is 20.7% below the national median of $121,520. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Sales Engineers in Baton Rouge?

    Entry-level Sales Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $63,400 per year in Baton Rouge, LA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $68,950.