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# Jobs in Lafayette, LA — Salary & Top Employers

**State:** [Louisiana Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/louisiana?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 1,326

**Hiring momentum:** +17.6% — 40 new postings in the last 28 days vs 34 in the 28 days before, on career sites tracked through both periods
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 1,702
- Median salary: $44K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $31K – $65K
- Remote share: 3.9%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 1,702 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Pay in Lafayette, LA runs 38% below the United States median ($44K vs $70K).
- Industries with the most postings in Lafayette, LA: Hospitals and Health Care (32% of all postings), followed by Retail and Restaurants.
- New postings for Lafayette, LA rose 18% in the last 28 days (40 vs 34 in the 28 days before).

*Numbers above are computed from postings on employer career sites published in the window shown below, closed ones included. Salary figures use posted ranges where available; the market median is the median of the country the pay is quoted in, as its location page shows it. Confidence reflects sample size and signal stability vs the prior month.*

## Top industries in Lafayette, LA

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitals & Health Care | 552 | $45K |
| Retail | 275 | $29K |
| Restaurants | 72 | — |
| Retail Groceries | 61 | — |
| Oil & Gas | 47 | — |
| Food & Beverage Services | 32 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Lafayette, LA

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 120 | — |
| Retail Sales Associate | 72 | — |
| Delivery Driver | 47 | — |
| Customer Service Representative | 41 | — |
| Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | 40 | — |
| Assistant Manager | 40 | — |
| Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | 31 | — |
| Shift Leader | 30 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Lafayette, LA

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Ochsner Health Jobs & Careers — Hospital Network](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/ochsner-health?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 185 |
| [Albertsons Companies Jobs & Careers — Grocery Retail](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/albertsons-companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 61 |
| [Starbucks Jobs & Careers — Coffee & Retail](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/starbucks?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 30 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 37 employers filed 115 petitions; 2% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Lafayette, LA

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| CGI | 1158 | $121K |
| Ochsner Health | 14 | — |
| Global Engagement at University of Louisiana at Lafayette | 12 | — |
| Acadian Companies | 7 | — |
| Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System | 4 | — |

[All H1B sponsors in Lafayette, LA](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors/lafayette-la?utm_source=ai_markdown)

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Lafayette, LA?

Healthcare, energy services, education, professional services, and technology are among the main hiring sectors in Lafayette. The city remains tied to south Louisiana's energy economy, but it also has a broader white-collar and healthcare base than many nearby markets.
### What is the typical salary for jobs in Lafayette, LA?

Lafayette salaries vary sharply by field. Engineering, energy-service, healthcare, and management positions often pay above the state average, while retail and entry-level service roles usually sit lower. The salary benchmarks on this page help compare current medians by job category.
### Who are the top employers hiring in Lafayette, LA?

Leading employers in Lafayette often include major health systems, university organizations, energy-service companies, financial institutions, and large regional retailers. The top employers section on this page reflects active postings, so it is useful for spotting current hiring momentum.
### Are remote jobs common in Lafayette, LA?

Remote and hybrid roles are available in Lafayette, particularly in technology, support, administration, and some professional-service functions. Even so, a large share of the market still centers on in-person healthcare, operations, field services, and customer-facing work.
### How can I search beyond Lafayette, LA?

Use the nearby cities section to compare openings across Acadiana, where many employers draw talent from several surrounding communities. If you want a broader search, the <a href="/locations/louisiana">Louisiana jobs page</a> lets you compare Lafayette with Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and other metros.
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