Mining and Geological Engineers Salary in California
Also called: Mining and Geological Engineers
Mining and Geological Engineers in California earn a median of $158,130 a year, +49% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $158,130
- vs. U.S. median
- +49% ($106,220)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 520
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $84,430; the top 10% earn over $175,940. Nationally the range is $67,490 to $169,990.
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Mining and Geological Engineers pay in California
How much do mining and geological engineers make in California?
The median is $158,130 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $84,430 and the top 10% earn over $175,940. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for mining and geological engineers?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 28 (+49% vs. the national median of $106,220). Living costs are not included.