Data vintage · May 2025 · Ranked by median annual wage
Lowest-paying jobs in Lafayette
308 occupations with published wages, ranked
The lowest published median wage in Lafayette belongs to Bartenders, at $22,680 per year. The highest is $416,860.
The 10 lowest-paying occupations
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bartenders | $22,680 | 460 | |
| 2 | Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $26,170 | 320 | |
| 3 | Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $26,620 | 140 | |
| 4 | Fast Food and Counter Workers | $28,230 | 4,260 | |
| 5 | Waiters and Waitresses | $28,420 | 1,490 | |
| 6 | Driver/Sales Workers | $28,600 | 370 | |
| 7 | Dishwashers | $28,690 | 250 | |
| 8 | Self-Enrichment Teachers | $28,700 | 90 | |
| 9 | Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers | $29,320 | 70 | |
| 10 | Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks | $29,380 | 180 |
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Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Rankings cover only occupations for which a median wage was published; occupations the survey suppressed do not appear. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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