Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians pay in Louisiana
In Louisiana, the median pay for aircraft mechanics and service technicians is $38.36 an hour ($79,780 a year). About 1,150 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($79,870). Louisiana ranks 23rd of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for aircraft mechanics and service technicians in Louisiana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.00 | $47,840 |
| 25% of workers | $31.34 | $65,190 |
| Half of workers (median) | $38.36 | $79,780 |
| 75% of workers | $43.76 | $91,020 |
| 90% of workers | $51.84 | $107,830 |
Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians pay in Louisiana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lafayette | $87,630 | 240 |
| Hammond | $87,170 | 40 |
| New Orleans-Metairie | $82,160 | 240 |
| Baton Rouge | $80,820 | 80 |
| Lake Charles | $77,870 | 100 |
| Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux | $77,480 | 100 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City | $77,270 | 140 |
Louisiana unemployment rate: 4.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for aircraft mechanics and service technicians
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +5.4% over ten years, faster than average · about 11,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Louisiana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics | $46,400 |
| Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines | $62,260 |
| Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | $58,680 |
| Aircraft Service Attendants | $42,930 |
| Automotive Body and Related Repairers | $47,150 |
| Tire Repairers and Changers | $33,900 |
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