Mining and Geological Engineers Salary in Texas
Also called: Mining and Geological Engineers
Mining and Geological Engineers in Texas earn a median of $100,580 a year, −5% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $100,580
- vs. U.S. median
- −5% ($106,220)
- Rank among states
- 16 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 160
Pay range in Texas
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $79,990; the top 10% earn over $169,640. Nationally the range is $67,490 to $169,990.
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Mining and Geological Engineers pay in Texas
How much do mining and geological engineers make in Texas?
The median is $100,580 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $79,990 and the top 10% earn over $169,640. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Texas a good state for mining and geological engineers?
On pay alone it ranks 16 of 28 (−5% vs. the national median of $106,220). Living costs are not included.