Mining Engineer Salary in 2026
Design mines and develop methods for extracting minerals safely and efficiently.
Median Salary
$92,000
$7,667/mo
Entry Level
$62,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$128,000
experienced
Job Growth
+2%
10-yr outlook
Mining Engineer Overview
Design mines and develop methods for extracting minerals safely and efficiently.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Experience
2-5 years
Industry
Engineering
Total Jobs (US)
6K
5-Year Growth
+10%
Category
Engineering
Hourly Rate
$44.23/hr
Monthly Pay
$7,667
Mining Engineer Salary Calculator
Adjust your state and experience level to see the estimated Mining Engineer salary in your area.
Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Mining Engineer Salary
$106,000
$8,833/month · $4,077/biweekly · $50.96/hr
Mining Engineer Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Mining Engineer field.
Entry-level Mining Engineers earn around $62,000, while the top 10% earn $143,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Mining Engineers
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $97,000 | +$5,000 |
| Nevada | $91,000 | $-1,000 |
| Arizona | $89,000 | $-3,000 |
| Utah | $89,000 | $-3,000 |
| West Virginia | $81,000 | $-11,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Mining Engineers
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| Denver | $98,000 | +$6,000 |
| Reno | $92,000 | $0 |
| Charleston | $92,000 | $0 |
| Phoenix | $89,000 | $-3,000 |
| Salt Lake City | $89,000 | $-3,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Mining Engineer Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Mining Engineer from entry level to expert.
$62,000
0-2 years
$95,000
3-7 years
$128,000
8-14 years
$158,000
15+ years
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