Louisiana: Industry Data
Louisiana has 12,897 establishments and 151,192 employees across the 7 industries Builder Data covers. Here's each one, with pay, one-year job growth and Louisiana's national rank.
| Industry | Establishments | Employees | Avg. pay | 1-yr jobs | U.S. rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial & Institutional Building Contractors | 1,262 | 17,501 | $90,352 | -2.6% | #18 |
| Residential Home Builders | Not disclosed by BLS | ||||
| Specialty Trade Contractors | 8,082 | 67,441 | $74,291 | -2.2% | #27 |
| Heavy & Civil Engineering Construction | 1,416 | 46,906 | $98,368 | -1.0% | #4 |
| Engineering Services Firms | 1,594 | 16,288 | $116,583 | +1.9% | #25 |
| Architectural Services Firms | 385 | 1,863 | $83,325 | +0.2% | #28 |
| Surveying & Mapping Services | 158 | 1,193 | $80,121 | -3.0% | #12 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), 2025 annual averages, private ownership. Establishment counts are worksites, not companies. Pulled November 4, 2026. bls.gov/cew
Louisiana: FAQ
How big is the construction & design industry in Louisiana?
Louisiana had 12,897 establishments and 151,192 employees across the 7 industries Builder Data covers in 2025 (BLS QCEW annual averages, private ownership).
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