Mining and Geological Engineers Salary in Illinois
Also called: Mining and Geological Engineers
Mining and Geological Engineers in Illinois earn a median of $107,690 a year, +1% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $107,690
- vs. U.S. median
- +1% ($106,220)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- Not published
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $68,990; the top 10% earn over $157,150. Nationally the range is $67,490 to $169,990.
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Mining and Geological Engineers pay in Illinois
How much do mining and geological engineers make in Illinois?
The median is $107,690 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $68,990 and the top 10% earn over $157,150. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for mining and geological engineers?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 28 (+1% vs. the national median of $106,220). Living costs are not included.