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Plumber Salary
in Louisiana
Plumbers in Louisiana (LA) earn a median of $56,600 a year, about $27 an hour. That runs roughly 8% below the national median for plumbers, with most earning between $35,900 and $93,100.
Bottom 10%
$35,900
LA Median
$56,600
Top 10%
$93,100
Plumber pay by experience in Louisiana
- Apprentice$34,000$16/hr
Working toward a journeyman license over 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$56,600$27/hr
Licensed to work independently.
- Master$76,400$37/hr
Permits, inspections, and running the crew.
Plumber pay in Louisiana metros
- New Orleans$54,800$26/hr
- Baton Rouge$58,400$28/hr
- Shreveport$56,900$27/hr
Licensing in Louisiana
Plumbers are state-licensed, moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed plumber is required to permit and inspect most work.
Frequently asked
- How much do plumbers make in Louisiana?
- Plumbers in Louisiana earn a median of $56,600 per year, about $27 per hour. That is roughly 8% below the national median. Most earn between $35,900 and $93,100.
- What is the highest-paying place for plumbers in Louisiana?
- Among Louisiana's major metros, Baton Rouge tends to pay plumbers the most, near $58,400 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a plumber in Louisiana?
- Yes. Plumbers are state-licensed, moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed plumber is required to permit and inspect most work. Licensing in Louisiana is handled at the state level, and a licensed person is required to permit and sign off on most work.
Plumber pay in other states
Figures are estimates for 2026, anchored to national wage data and localized for Louisiana by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.