Roof Bolters Salary by State
The national median pay for roof bolters is $78,540 a year. By state, it ranges from $67,020 in Alabama to $116,570 in Wyoming.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
U.S. pay range
- Lowest 10%
- $63,750
- 25th percentile
- $71,390
- Median
- $78,540
- 75th percentile
- $81,860
- Top 10%
- $92,830
Annual pay, all U.S. workers in this job. About 2,160 jobs.
Median pay in 7 states
| # | State | Median | vs. U.S. | Lowest 10% | Top 10% | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wyoming | $116,570 | +48% | $111,970 | $116,570 | 100 |
| 2 | Illinois | $81,860 | +4% | $78,540 | $83,900 | 200 |
| 3 | Colorado | $81,270 | +3% | $79,700 | $86,380 | 40 |
| 4 | West Virginia | $79,400 | +1% | $63,820 | $90,720 | 970 |
| 5 | Virginia | $78,260 | 0% | $71,390 | $99,680 | 110 |
| 6 | Kentucky | $72,510 | −8% | $71,540 | $72,540 | 120 |
| 7 | Alabama | $67,020 | −15% | $65,340 | $69,770 | 80 |
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.
Roof Bolters salary questions
Which state pays roof bolters the most?
Wyoming, with a median of $116,570 a year (+48% vs. the national median of $78,540). BLS May 2025.
Which state pays roof bolters the least?
Alabama, with a median of $67,020 a year (−15% vs. national).
Where do most roof bolters work?
West Virginia has the most jobs, about 970, with a median of $79,400.
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.