SOC 17-2151 · May 2025 · United States
Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers
National figures, with pay broken out by state and metro area
The median wage for Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers across the United States is $106,220 per year, measured over 6,080 jobs. The highest state median is in California, at $158,130.
National wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Where the pay is highest for Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers
Pay for this occupation varies by 124.9% between the highest and lowest paying states with published data. California pays $158,130 and North Carolina pays $70,310.
States with the most Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers jobs
| # | State | Jobs | Median | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arizona | 690 | $102,130 | |
| 2 | Colorado | 670 | $96,820 | |
| 3 | California | 520 | $158,130 | |
| 4 | Nevada | 470 | $107,500 | |
| 5 | West Virginia | 440 | $97,960 | |
| 6 | Alaska | 300 | $124,630 | |
| 7 | Kentucky | 230 | $103,300 | |
| 8 | Utah | 230 | $125,520 | |
| 9 | Wyoming | 210 | $119,010 | |
| 10 | Texas | 160 | $100,580 |
Top-paying metro areas
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Francisco | $173,790 | 30 |
| 2 | Sacramento | $166,770 | 160 |
| 3 | Los Angeles | $144,230 | 180 |
| 4 | Anchorage | $141,080 | 80 |
| 5 | Salt Lake City | $131,770 | 160 |
| 6 | Oklahoma City | $131,660 | 70 |
| 7 | Colorado Springs | $125,980 | 30 |
| 8 | Portland | $119,990 | 50 |
| 9 | Wheeling | $117,670 | 30 |
| 10 | Phoenix | $114,290 | 250 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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