Mining and Geological Engineers Salary by State
Also called: Mining and Geological Engineers
The national median pay for mining and geological engineers is $106,220 a year. By state, it ranges from $70,310 in North Carolina to $158,130 in California.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
U.S. pay range
- Lowest 10%
- $67,490
- 25th percentile
- $85,280
- Median
- $106,220
- 75th percentile
- $136,590
- Top 10%
- $169,990
Annual pay, all U.S. workers in this job. About 6,080 jobs.
Median pay in 28 states
| # | State | Median | vs. U.S. | Lowest 10% | Top 10% | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | $158,130 | +49% | $84,430 | $175,940 | 520 |
| 2 | Oklahoma | $131,660 | +24% | $69,990 | $178,800 | 90 |
| 3 | Utah | $125,520 | +18% | $83,340 | $178,600 | 230 |
| 4 | Alaska | $124,630 | +17% | $83,670 | $199,670 | 300 |
| 5 | Idaho | $123,680 | +16% | $66,600 | $134,740 | 110 |
| 6 | Wyoming | $119,010 | +12% | $96,590 | $158,000 | 210 |
| 7 | Florida | $117,500 | +11% | $82,300 | $213,310 | 50 |
| 8 | Indiana | $113,640 | +7% | $74,200 | $146,160 | 60 |
| 9 | Illinois | $107,690 | +1% | $68,990 | $157,150 | Not published |
| 10 | Nevada | $107,500 | +1% | $85,590 | $162,850 | 470 |
| 11 | Montana | $105,410 | −1% | $78,690 | $129,850 | 110 |
| 12 | Virginia | $104,960 | −1% | $67,490 | $157,260 | 150 |
| 13 | Kentucky | $103,300 | −3% | $76,120 | $139,730 | 230 |
| 14 | Alabama | $102,530 | −3% | $57,540 | $183,090 | 90 |
| 15 | Arizona | $102,130 | −4% | $82,390 | $173,560 | 690 |
| 16 | Texas | $100,580 | −5% | $79,990 | $169,640 | 160 |
| 17 | Tennessee | $100,390 | −5% | $54,390 | $130,070 | Not published |
| 18 | South Carolina | $98,790 | −7% | $68,090 | $139,760 | 40 |
| 19 | West Virginia | $97,960 | −8% | $64,010 | $136,650 | 440 |
| 20 | Michigan | $97,310 | −8% | $65,220 | $143,130 | 140 |
| 21 | Colorado | $96,820 | −9% | $66,870 | $164,310 | 670 |
| 22 | Oregon | $96,210 | −9% | $68,640 | $147,420 | 90 |
| 23 | Wisconsin | $95,950 | −10% | $64,660 | $165,900 | 40 |
| 24 | Minnesota | $91,610 | −14% | $61,550 | $138,850 | 70 |
| 25 | Pennsylvania | $87,020 | −18% | $48,540 | $160,990 | Not published |
| 26 | Ohio | $86,210 | −19% | $60,800 | $179,310 | 70 |
| 27 | New York | $82,200 | −23% | $69,880 | $154,330 | 50 |
| 28 | North Carolina | $70,310 | −34% | $51,010 | $98,460 | Not published |
BLS OEWS May 2025 state estimates. States without published data are not listed. “Not published”: BLS withheld the value or it is above the highest amount BLS publishes. Pay is not adjusted for living costs.
Mining and Geological Engineers salary questions
Which state pays mining and geological engineers the most?
California, with a median of $158,130 a year (+49% vs. the national median of $106,220). BLS May 2025.
Which state pays mining and geological engineers the least?
North Carolina, with a median of $70,310 a year (−34% vs. national).
Where do most mining and geological engineers work?
Arizona has the most jobs, about 690, with a median of $102,130.
Does a higher salary mean more money left over?
Not always. These are pay figures only. Living costs, taxes and housing differ a lot between states, and this page does not adjust for them.