Highest-paying cities for bridge and lock tenders
Lafayette, LA leads at $75,340 a year. Pay is not adjusted for local prices; see each page for the cost-of-living view.
| Place | Median | 25th–75th |
|---|---|---|
| Lafayette, LA | $75,340 | $46,000–$81,100 |
| St. Louis, MO | $74,480 | $66,580–$78,460 |
| Chicago, IL | $73,110 | $64,640–$86,390 |
| Davenport, IA | $70,890 | $63,360–$74,110 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $69,970 | $38,640–$81,100 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $68,810 | $66,440–$72,920 |
| New York, NY | $54,720 | $51,560–$60,610 |
| Cleveland, OH | $44,500 | $44,500–$44,500 |
| New Orleans, LA | $39,110 | $38,640–$72,650 |
| Detroit, MI | $35,000 | $32,210–$36,460 |
Data period: BLS OEWS May 2025.