LDO Salary in Lafayette, Louisiana

How much does a LDO make in Lafayette, LA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a LDO in Lafayette, LA is $51,511. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $45,186 to $60,158, with most professionals earning between $39,427 and $68,031.

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What is a LDO?

An LDO, or Limited Duty Officer, is a commissioned officer in the United States Navy or Coast Guard who has been selected for a specific career path based on their expertise and experience in a particular field. LDOs are responsible for providing technical and specialized leadership in their designated area, suchjson as engineering, maintenance, or administration. They may also be involved in training and mentoring junior officers and enlisted personnel, as well as overseeing the day-to-day operations and maintenance of equipment and systems within their area of expertise. LDOs are expected to demonstrate a high level of technical proficiency, leadership, and decision-making skills in order to effectively carry out their duties and responsibilities.

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What does a LDO do?

Common responsibilities of a LDO

Managing budgets and financial resources to ensure efficient and effective use of funds.

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Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, including clients, partners, and government agencies.

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Overseeing and managing the day-to-day operations of a department or organization.

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Developing and implementing strategic plans and initiatives to achieve organizational goals.

September 20, 2023

Providing leadership and guidance to staff members, including setting performance expectations and conducting performance evaluations.

October 08, 2023

Developing and implementing policies and procedures to improve organizational efficiency and effectiveness.

October 09, 2023

Identifying and addressing areas for improvement within the organization.

October 14, 2023

Serving as a liaison between the organization and external entities, such as government agencies and community organizations.

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Representing the organization in meetings, conferences, and other public forums.

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Ensuring compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and organizational policies.

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LDO Salary By Level of Education in Lafayette, LA

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Average Salary Range for LDO in Lafayette, LA

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

45186

60158

51511

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

45863

61787

52569

What is the average salary for LDO in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of LDO in Lafayette, LA. The base salary for LDO ranges from $45,186 to $60,158 with the average base salary of $51,511. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $45,863 to $61,787 with the average total cash compensation of $52,569.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$51,511	$45,186 - $60,158
Bonus	$1,059	$678 - $1,629
Total Pay	$52,569	$45,863 - $61,787

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

LDO Salary Near Lafayette, LA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE New Iberia, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $44,910 - $59,791	COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE Baton Rouge, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $46,563 - $61,992	COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE Houma, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $48,110 - $64,052	COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE Lake Charles, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $44,897 - $59,774	COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE Alexandria, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $43,897 - $58,443	COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE La Place, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $48,029 - $63,944	COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA

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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). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 49.2 square miles (127 km2), of which 49.1 square miles (127 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.26 km2) (0.19%) is water. Lafayette is located on the West Gulf Coastal Plain. The site was part of the seabed during the earlier Quaternary Period. During this time, the Mississippi River cut a 325-foot-deep (99 m) valley between what is now Lafayette and Baton Rouge. This valley was...

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