How much does a Lead System Engineer make in Baton Rouge, LA? The average Lead System Engineer salary in Baton Rouge, LA is $176,113 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $155,509 and $203,001. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Lead System Engineer in Baton Rouge, LA. The base salary for Lead System Engineer ranges from $155,509 to $203,001 with the average base salary of $176,113. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $167,946 to $234,894 with the average total cash compensation of $194,071.

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About Baton Rouge, Louisiana    Baton Rouge (/ˌbætən ˈruːʒ/ BAT-ən ROOZH; from French bâton rouge [bɑtɔ̃ ʁuʒ] (listen), meaning 'red stick') is the capital of the U.S. state of Loui....More

Baton Rouge, Louisiana  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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