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Architectural and Civil Drafters average salary by city in Louisiana
- Lake Charles$90,720
- Baton Rouge$77,700
- Shreveport$59,830
- Houma$58,620
- Lafayette$56,570
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Charles | $90,720 | $79,540 | $58,460 | $70,316 | 86 |
| Baton Rouge | $77,700 | $70,300 | $57,910 | $61,547 | 91 |
| Shreveport | $59,830 | $56,810 | $45,650 | $48,845 | 85 |
| Houma | $58,620 | $58,640 | $45,910 | $47,909 | 85 |
| Lafayette | $56,570 | $49,990 | $45,760 | $46,323 | 87 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in other states
More about pay in Louisiana
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 17-3011.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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