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ByLocal Market Research Team
Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board
Updated January 15, 2026
Industrial & Warehouse
New Orleans, LA

Picker Packer Jobs in New Orleans

Temp and flexible picker packer positions in New Orleans pay $15.00-$20.16/hr — 2% below the national average, with a cost of living 4% below the U.S. baseline.

$15-$20

Per Hour

$703

Weekly (40hrs)

96

Cost Index

CST

Time Zone

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Quick Facts

Top Industries in New Orleans

Tourism
Hospitality
Healthcare
Logistics

Monthly Costs

1-Bed Rent$1350
Groceries$320
Transport$85
More about New Orleans

About Picker Packer Jobs in New Orleans

Picker Packers in New Orleans earn $15.00-$20.16/hr, below the national average.

Picker Packers work in warehouses and fulfillment centers, selecting items from inventory and packaging them for shipment to customers.

Most picker packer positions in New Orleans are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

Picker Packer Pay: New Orleans vs Nearby Cities

CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
New Orleans, LA$15–$20/hr96$1,350
Dallas, TX$15–$20/hr93$1,450
Austin, TX$15–$22/hr103$1,600
Fort Worth, TX$15–$20/hr93$1,250
Houston, TX$15–$19/hr91$1,300
Worker Proprietary Metric

Worker Affordability Score

Calculated for Picker Packer in New Orleans

2.1x
Tight Budget
77
Hours to pay rent
48%
Rent / gross income
439
Monthly disposable
4% more affordable than US national average

Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.

What You’ll Actually Earn in New Orleans

Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
Gross monthly$3,045
Est. taxes (~22%)-$670
Take-home$2,375
After Essential Costs
1-Bed Rent$1,350
Groceries + transport$405
Remaining$620

Based on avg Picker Packer rate of $17.58/hr at 40 hrs/wk.

Key Responsibilities

  • Locate and retrieve items from warehouse shelves
  • Verify item accuracy and quality
  • Pack items securely for shipping
  • Use handheld scanners and warehouse systems
  • Meet daily productivity targets

Skills & Requirements

Key Skills
Attention to detail
Speed & efficiency
Physical stamina
Organization
Technology use
Requirements
  • Ability to stand and walk for long shifts
  • Lift up to 50 lbs regularly
  • Basic reading and math skills
  • Comfortable with technology

Where Picker Packers Work in New Orleans

New Orleans has active hiring opportunities for picker packers at these major employers. Compiled from public sources including the Bureau of Labor Statistics and company reports.

Port of New Orleans logistics

Logistics & Warehouse

industrial
$17-$23/hr(Company)
~1,200 seasonal hires, 350+ ongoing
Flexible scheduling
Peak hiring: September, October & November

Source: BLS QCEW metro patterns, company careers | Verified: 2026-04-13

UPS

Logistics & Warehouse

industrial
$17-$23/hr(Company)
~1,200 seasonal hires, 350+ ongoing
Flexible scheduling
Peak hiring: September, October & November

Source: BLS QCEW metro patterns, company careers | Verified: 2026-04-13

FedEx

Logistics & Warehouse

industrial
$17-$23/hr(Company)
~1,200 seasonal hires, 350+ ongoing
Flexible scheduling
Peak hiring: September, October & November

Source: BLS QCEW metro patterns, company careers | Verified: 2026-04-13

New Orleans Job Market Snapshot

Top Industries for Picker Packers

hospitality$14-$26/hr
healthcare$15-$23/hr
industrial$17-$23/hr

Best Times to Apply

June - Summer peak hiring
November - Holiday season
March - Spring events & tourism

Major Employment Areas

Metro core & corridorsVaries by submarket
Airport logistics zoneWarehouse & cargo
Healthcare & education clusterHospitals & campuses

Last updated: 2026-04-13

Earnings Calculator for New Orleans

Calculate Your Picker Packer Earningsin New Orleans
$18/hr
$15/hr$20.16/hr
25 hr
5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
Weekly
$450
Monthly
$1,949
Yearly
$23,400
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Career Path from Picker Packer

Picker Packer

0-1 years

Lead Picker

1-2 years

Warehouse Associate II

2-4 years

Warehouse Supervisor

4+ years

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Data Sources & Methodology

The information on this page is compiled from the following sources:

  1. [1]
    BLS QCEW — Employment and wage data at state and county level by industry.Visit
  2. [2]
    BLS CES — Monthly survey of ~670,000 worksites providing industry-level employment and earnings data.Visit
  3. [3]
    Census ACS — Demographic, economic, and housing data for communities.Visit
  4. [4]
    Indeed Hiring Lab — Monthly posted-wage data by job title from Indeed job listings.Visit
  5. [5]
    MWPVL — Comprehensive database of distribution center and warehouse locations.Visit
  6. [6]
    DOL/State Labor Depts — Minimum wage rates, tip credits, licensing requirements, and regulations by state.Visit

Data Freshness

CategoryCost of Living
Last Updated2026-01-15
Next Update2027-01-15

We strive to keep all data accurate and up-to-date. Pay rates may vary based on location, experience, and employer.

About this data

Figures on this page are compiled from the public sources cited above and may be out of date. They are provided for general informational purposes only and do not constitute professional career, legal, tax, or financial advice. For the most current pay rates, verify with the original source, a qualified professional, or check the Indeed Flex app directly for real-time shift availability and compensation.

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