# Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers

SOC 17-2151. Page: https://educationguide.com/careers/mining-and-geological-engineers-including-mining-safety-engineers

Conduct subsurface surveys to identify the characteristics of potential land or mining development sites. May specify the ground support systems, processes, and equipment for safe, economical, and environmentally sound extraction or underground construction activities. May inspect areas for unsafe geological conditions, equipment, and working conditions. May design, implement, and coordinate mine safety programs.

## Pay and outlook
- U.S. median wage $106,220 (middle half $85,280–$136,590; BLS May 2025)
- Jobs 2025-35: 3.8%; ~0.3k openings a year; typical entry: Bachelor's degree

## Fields of degree of young workers (ages 25-34, bachelor's+)

## Median wage by state
- AK: $124,630
- AL: $102,530
- AZ: $102,130
- CA: $158,130
- CO: $96,820
- FL: $117,500
- ID: $123,680
- IL: $107,690
- IN: $113,640
- KY: $103,300
- MI: $97,310
- MN: $91,610
- MT: $105,410
- NC: $70,310
- NV: $107,500
- NY: $82,200
- OH: $86,210
- OK: $131,660
- OR: $96,210
- PA: $87,020
- SC: $98,790
- TN: $100,390
- TX: $100,580
- UT: $125,520
- VA: $104,960
- WI: $95,950
- WV: $97,960
- WY: $119,010

Method: https://educationguide.com/how-we-score#careers

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