Agricultural Inspector Salary in Louisiana (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Agricultural Inspectors in Louisiana, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Louisiana Median
$63,130
per year
Hourly Rate
$30.35
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+26% vs US median
US median $49,940
State Rank
#6 of 43
150 employed here

How much does an Agricultural Inspector make in Louisiana?

An Agricultural Inspector working in Louisiana earns a median salary of $63,130 per year, or about $30.35 per hour. That is 26% above the national median of $49,940 for this occupation.

Within Louisiana, entry-level pay starts around $49,940 while the top 10% make $83,780 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $55,420 and $69,420 a year.

Agricultural Inspector salary range in Louisiana

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$49,940$24.01
25th percentile (early career)$55,420$26.64
50th percentile (median)$63,130$30.35
75th percentile (experienced)$69,420$33.38
90th percentile (top earners)$83,780$40.28

How Louisiana compares

Louisiana ranks 6th out of 43 states and territories for Agricultural Inspector pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Minnesota$77,150
2New York$73,920
3Ohio$69,280
4Michigan$65,730
5Vermont$63,630

Working as an Agricultural Inspector in Louisiana

Nationally, about 14,000 people work as Agricultural Inspectors in the United States. No college degree is required — most training happens on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Louisiana pay ($63,130) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an Agricultural Inspector make in Louisiana?
The median Agricultural Inspector salary in Louisiana is $63,130 per year, or about $30.35 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $49,940 at the entry level to $83,780 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Louisiana pay compare to the national average?
Louisiana pays Agricultural Inspectors about 26% more than the national median of $49,940. Louisiana ranks 6th out of 43 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Louisiana a good state for Agricultural Inspectors?
Yes on pay — Louisiana pays above the national median for this occupation, at $63,130 a year. About 150 Agricultural Inspectors are employed in Louisiana. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Louisiana?
The highest-paying occupations in Louisiana include Pediatrician, General ($502,720), Anesthesiologist ($410,500), Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($404,550), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.