Unemployment Rate
5%
Labor Force
101,838
Employed
96,783
Unemployed
5,055
Unemployment Rate Trend
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Local Area Unemployment Statistics.
Top Paying Occupations in Lake Charles, LA
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $284,440 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $191,250 |
| Chemical Engineers | $136,810 |
| Industrial Production Managers | $136,800 |
| Pharmacists | $133,720 |
| Electrical Engineers | $129,940 |
| Industrial Engineers | $129,260 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $128,460 |
| Chemists | $128,330 |
| Physician Assistants | $127,160 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.