Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators pay in Louisiana
Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators in Louisiana earn an average of $48,160 a year. That is $14,380 (23%) less than the U.S. average of $62,540. The best-paying metro area is Lake Charles, LA at $57,560.
Top-paying Louisiana metro areas
Average pay for water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators by metro area. Swipe to see all 9.
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Louisiana vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $62,540 | $30.07 |
| Louisiana | $48,160 | $23.15 |
| Texas | $51,920 | $24.96 |
| Mississippi | $49,060 | $23.59 |
| Arkansas | $45,590 | $21.92 |
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Average pay, Louisiana, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators make in Louisiana?
The average is $48,160 a year, and the median is $46,210. That is $14,380 (23%) less than the U.S. average of $62,540.
What is the hourly wage in Louisiana?
$23.15 an hour on average; the median is $22.22.
Where in Louisiana do they earn the most?
Lake Charles, LA ($57,560), followed by New Orleans-Metairie, LA ($54,090). The lowest average among 9 metro areas with data is Shreveport-Bossier City, LA ($40,770).
How does Louisiana rank?
Louisiana ranks #47 of 50 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.