Software Developers Salary in Louisiana
Software Developers in Louisiana earn a median of $102,800 a year, −24% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $102,800
- vs. U.S. median
- −24% ($135,980)
- Rank among states
- 48 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 4,080
Pay range in Louisiana
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $66,350; the top 10% earn over $151,780. Nationally the range is $82,460 to $214,670.
States ranked near Louisiana
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Software Developers pay in Louisiana
How much do software developers make in Louisiana?
The median is $102,800 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $66,350 and the top 10% earn over $151,780. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Louisiana a good state for software developers?
On pay alone it ranks 48 of 50 (−24% vs. the national median of $135,980). Living costs are not included.