Auto Body Labor Rates in Louisiana (2025)

Louisiana (LA) body shop labor rates based on industry surveys from 4,000+ shops. Body labor rates in Louisiana are 4% above the national average ($ 78/hr vs. $75/hr national average). Metro areas in Louisiana typically see a 8% premium above statewide rates.

Body Labor

+4%
$78 /hr

National avg: $75/hr. Standard auto body repair work including panel straightening, filler application, and assembly.

Paint / Refinish

+4%
$78 /hr

National avg: $75/hr. Refinishing labor including sanding, priming, basecoat, clearcoat, and blending.

Mechanical

+7%
$118 /hr

National avg: $110/hr. Mechanical repair labor including suspension, steering, engine, and drivetrain work related to collision damage.

Frame / Structural

+2%
$102 /hr

National avg: $100/hr. Structural and frame repair requiring specialized equipment like frame racks and measuring systems.

Louisiana vs. National Average

Body Labor
$75/hr nat'l vs. $78/hr LA +4%
Paint / Refinish
$75/hr nat'l vs. $78/hr LA +4%
Mechanical
$110/hr nat'l vs. $118/hr LA +7%
Frame / Structural
$100/hr nat'l vs. $102/hr LA +2%

Sources: autoGMS 2025, Torque360 ($140-150), industry rate ratios

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