Fence Erector Salary in Louisiana (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Louisiana Median
$51,770
per year
Hourly Rate
$24.89
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+8% vs US median
US median $47,980
State Rank
#10 of 45
120 employed here

How much does a Fence Erector make in Louisiana?

Fence Erectors in Louisiana take home a median of $51,770 annually — roughly $24.89 an hour — which runs 8% above the national median of $47,980.

Within Louisiana, entry-level pay starts around $18,580 while the top 10% make $60,700 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $19,050 and $56,950 a year.

Fence Erector salary range in Louisiana

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$18,580$8.93
25th percentile (early career)$19,050$9.16
50th percentile (median)$51,770$24.89
75th percentile (experienced)$56,950$27.38
90th percentile (top earners)$60,700$29.18

How Louisiana compares

Louisiana ranks 10th out of 45 states and territories for Fence Erector pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Alaska$64,600
2Pennsylvania$58,600
3Minnesota$57,260
4New Jersey$56,690
5California$56,060

Working as a Fence Erector in Louisiana

Nationally, about 24,000 people work as Fence Erectors in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Louisiana pay ($51,770) 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 a Fence Erector make in Louisiana?
The median Fence Erector salary in Louisiana is $51,770 per year, or about $24.89 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $18,580 at the entry level to $60,700 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Louisiana pay compare to the national average?
Louisiana pays Fence Erectors about 8% more than the national median of $47,980. Louisiana ranks 10th out of 45 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Louisiana a good state for Fence Erectors?
Yes on pay — Louisiana pays above the national median for this occupation, at $51,770 a year. About 120 Fence Erectors 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.