How much does an Aquarist make in Lafayette, LA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Aquarist in Lafayette, LA is $39,946. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $36,362 to $43,682, with most professionals earning between $33,098 and $47,084.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Aquarist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Aquarist Salary $33,098 Lafayette,LA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Aquarist Salary $36,362 Lafayette,LA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Aquarist Salary $39,946 Lafayette,LA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Aquarist Salary $43,682 Lafayette,LA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Aquarist Salary $47,084 Lafayette,LA April 01, 2025
25% $36,362 10% $33,098 90% $47,084 75% $43,682 $39,946 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Aquarist

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Animal Technician, Sr.

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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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 Aquarist in Lafayette, LA. The base salary for Aquarist ranges from $36,362 to $43,682 with the average base salary of $39,946. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $36,362 to $43,682 with the average total cash compensation of $39,946.

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About Lafayette, Louisiana    Lafayette is located at 30°13′N 92°2′W / 30.217°N 92.033°W / 30.217; -92.033 (30.2139, −92.0294) and has an elevation of 36 feet (11.0 m). Accordin....More

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

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