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Chemical Engineers average salary by city in Louisiana
- Lake Charles$144,900
- New Orleans$137,320
- Baton Rouge$136,220
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Charles | $144,900 | $136,810 | $115,530 | $106,344 | 86 |
| New Orleans | $137,320 | $136,870 | $106,140 | $101,391 | 93 |
| Baton Rouge | $136,220 | $134,800 | $107,790 | $100,672 | 91 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Chemical Engineers salary in other states
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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 17-2041.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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