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Dredge Operators Salary in Louisiana
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Dredge Operators make in Louisiana?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$48,590
Median Annual Salary
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+2.6% vs 2024
$48,710
Mean Salary
$48,590
Median Salary
$23.36
Hourly Rate
Dredge Operators salary by percentile in Louisiana
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Dredge Operators in Louisiana earn a median salary of $48,590 per year ($4,049/month).
This is 11.1% below the national average of $54,634.
Louisiana ranks #8 out of 9 states for Dredge Operators pay.
Salaries increased by 2.6% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Dredge Operators
Operate dredge to remove sand, gravel, or other materials in order to excavate and maintain navigable channels in waterways.
Top Skills
Operation and Control
3.75
Operations Monitoring
3.5
Critical Thinking
3.0
Coordination
3.0
Judgment and Decision Making
3.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Mechanical
4.06
English Language
3.43
Public Safety and Security
3.18
Administration and Management
3.15
Production and Processing
2.94
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(80.0% of workers)
Salaries for Dredge Operators in Louisiana range from $42,400 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $57,740 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $46,430 and $49,380.
Median $48,590
P10: $42,400P25: $46,430P75: $49,380P90: $57,740
10th
$42,400
25th
$46,430
Median
$48,590
75th
$49,380
90th
$57,740
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$42,400
$20.38
$3,533
25th Percentile
$46,430
$22.32
$3,869
Median (50th)
$48,590
$23.36
$4,049
75th Percentile
$49,380
$23.74
$4,115
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$57,740
$27.76
$4,811
Note: The mean (average) salary of $48,710 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Dredge Operators in Louisiana is $48,590 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $48,710.
What is the salary range for a Dredge Operators in Louisiana?
Salaries for Dredge Operators in Louisiana range from $42,400 at the 10th percentile to $57,740 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $46,430 and $49,380.
What is the starting salary for a Dredge Operators in Louisiana?
Entry-level Dredge Operators positions in Louisiana typically start around $42,400 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $46,430 (25th percentile).
What is the hourly rate for a Dredge Operators in Louisiana?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Dredge Operators in Louisiana is approximately $23.36 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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