Mining and Geological Engineers Salary in Colorado
Also called: Mining and Geological Engineers
Mining and Geological Engineers in Colorado earn a median of $96,820 a year, −9% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $96,820
- vs. U.S. median
- −9% ($106,220)
- Rank among states
- 21 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 670
Pay range in Colorado
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $66,870; the top 10% earn over $164,310. Nationally the range is $67,490 to $169,990.
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Mining and Geological Engineers pay in Colorado
How much do mining and geological engineers make in Colorado?
The median is $96,820 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $66,870 and the top 10% earn over $164,310. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Colorado a good state for mining and geological engineers?
On pay alone it ranks 21 of 28 (−9% vs. the national median of $106,220). Living costs are not included.