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Helpers--Carpenters average salary by city in Louisiana
- Baton Rouge$43,410
- New Orleans$41,230
- Lake Charles$39,940
- Houma$35,320
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge | $43,410 | $47,830 | $33,710 | $36,144 | 91 |
| New Orleans | $41,230 | $44,060 | $35,910 | $34,458 | 93 |
| Lake Charles | $39,940 | $46,510 | $26,630 | $33,460 | 86 |
| Houma | $35,320 | $31,520 | $27,690 | $29,886 | 85 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Helpers--Carpenters 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 47-3012.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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