Bakers Salary in Louisiana
In Louisiana, bakers earn $28,930 at the median — $13.91 an hour. The range runs from $22K at the entry level to $39K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Louisiana. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $29K get you in Louisiana?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Louisiana
Entry-level bakers (10th percentile) start around $22K. Mid-career wages sit at $29K. Top earners bring in $39K or more, a $17K spread from bottom to top.
Bakers salary by metro in Louisiana
9 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans-Metairie | $31K | +6% | 450 |
| Baton Rouge | $30K | +4% | 330 |
| Lake Charles | $29K | -1% | 80 |
| Alexandria | $29K | -1% | 40 |
| Slidell-Mandeville-Covington | $28K | -2% | 120 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City | $28K | -2% | 160 |
| Lafayette | $28K | -3% | 200 |
| Monroe | $28K | -4% | 90 |
| Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux | $27K | -6% | 70 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do bakers make in Louisiana?
The median is $28,930 a year, that works out to about $14 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $21,550, and experienced bakers can clear $38,700. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $29K enough to live in Louisiana?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,040/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,191/month, which eats 58.4% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a bakers salary go in Louisiana?
Louisiana has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median bakers salary is worth about $33,146 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do bakers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.