Advertisement
Structural Iron and Steel Workers average salary by city in Louisiana
- Baton Rouge$65,640
- New Orleans$49,210
- Houma$42,060
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge | $65,640 | $73,470 | $56,540 | $53,339 | 91 |
| New Orleans | $49,210 | $47,530 | $39,830 | $40,630 | 93 |
| Houma | $42,060 | $46,800 | $36,600 | $35,100 | 85 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Structural Iron and Steel Workers 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 47-2221.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
Read the full methodology. Spotted an error? Tell us.