Roofers pay in Louisiana
In Louisiana, the median pay for roofers is $23.44 an hour ($48,760 a year). About 760 people work in this job there.
That is 12% lower than the U.S. median ($55,440). Louisiana ranks 31st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for roofers in Louisiana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.37 | $36,140 |
| 25% of workers | $18.74 | $38,970 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.44 | $48,760 |
| 75% of workers | $27.02 | $56,190 |
| 90% of workers | $40.67 | $84,590 |
Roofers pay in Louisiana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge | $49,300 | 220 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City | $48,540 | 100 |
| Monroe | $48,450 | 70 |
| Lafayette | $47,890 | 80 |
Louisiana unemployment rate: 4.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for roofers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +5.3% over ten years, faster than average · about 12,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Louisiana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $49,920 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $47,340 |
| Insulation Workers, Mechanical | $48,280 |
| Construction Laborers | $38,230 |
| Electricians | $61,540 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $63,680 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $51,700 |
| Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $46,410 |
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