Chemical Technicians pay in Louisiana
In Louisiana, the median pay for chemical technicians is $41.28 an hour ($85,850 a year). About 960 people work in this job there.
That is 42% higher than the U.S. median ($60,390). Louisiana ranks 1st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for chemical technicians in Louisiana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.93 | $47,690 |
| 25% of workers | $33.44 | $69,560 |
| Half of workers (median) | $41.28 | $85,850 |
| 75% of workers | $49.43 | $102,810 |
| 90% of workers | $53.82 | $111,950 |
Chemical Technicians pay in Louisiana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge | $92,120 | 410 |
| Lake Charles | $88,780 | 150 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City | $80,410 | 50 |
| New Orleans-Metairie | $80,390 | 250 |
Louisiana unemployment rate: 4.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for chemical technicians
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4.9% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 7,600 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Louisiana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $53,360 |
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