Riggers pay in Louisiana
In Louisiana, the median pay for riggers is $20.99 an hour ($43,660 a year). About 1,840 people work in this job there.
That is 30% lower than the U.S. median ($62,640). Louisiana ranks 41st of 43 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for riggers in Louisiana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.05 | $29,220 |
| 25% of workers | $17.27 | $35,910 |
| Half of workers (median) | $20.99 | $43,660 |
| 75% of workers | $28.29 | $58,840 |
| 90% of workers | $36.15 | $75,180 |
Riggers pay in Louisiana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge | $58,840 | 410 |
| New Orleans-Metairie | $47,730 | 270 |
| Lake Charles | $44,770 | 60 |
| Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux | $37,360 | 420 |
| Lafayette | $36,880 | 270 |
Louisiana unemployment rate: 4.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for riggers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 3 to 6 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.9% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 1,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Louisiana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $51,700 |
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | $48,950 |
| Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines | $62,260 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $49,120 |
| Crane and Tower Operators | $61,170 |
| Maintenance Workers, Machinery | $62,640 |
| Structural Iron and Steel Workers | $68,830 |
| Millwrights | $66,080 |
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