Software Developers Salary in Southwest Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $103,620 -22.1% vs national
Median hourly $49.82
10th percentile $71,390
90th percentile $148,060
Employed locally 40
National median $133,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $71,390
    25th
    $81,310
    50th (median)
    $103,620
    75th
    $132,110
    90th
    $148,060

    Top-paying metros for Software Developers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $208,270
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $174,910
    California $170,910
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $169,340
    Washington $166,910
    Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA $163,020

    Related occupations in Southwest Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Computer Occupations, All Other $57,260
    Computer User Support Specialists $53,970
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators $74,310

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Software Developers make per hour in Southwest Louisiana?

    The median hourly wage for Software Developers in Southwest Louisiana is $49.82, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $102.97 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Louisiana above or below average for Software Developers salaries?

    The median Software Developers salary in Southwest Louisiana is 22.1% below the national median of $133,080. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Software Developers in Southwest Louisiana?

    Entry-level Software Developers (10th percentile) earn around $71,390 per year in Southwest Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $81,310.