How much does a mining and geological engineer make in Alaska?
$124,600a year
Median yearly pay for mining and geological engineers in Alaska. That is $59.92 an hour or $10,390 a month.
- Hourly
- $59.92
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $83,670Median: $124,600Highest 10%: $199,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $83,670 | $40.23 | |
| 25th | $98,870 | $47.53 | |
| Median | $124,600 | $59.92 | |
| 75th | $141,100 | $67.83 | |
| 90th | $199,700 | $96.00 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Anchorage, AK | $141,100 |
| Fairbanks, AK | $102,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for mining and geological engineers.
| 1. California | $158,100 |
| 2. Oklahoma | $131,700 |
| 3. Utah | $125,500 |
| 4. Alaska | $124,600 |
| 5. Idaho | $123,700 |
| 6. Wyoming | $119,000 |
| 7. Florida | $117,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mining and geological engineer make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $59.92 ($124,600 a year).
Do mining and geological engineers make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $124,600 against $106,200 nationally, 17% more.
Where does Alaska rank for mining and geological engineer pay?
Alaska ranks 4 of 28 states.
Which city in Alaska pays mining and geological engineers the most?
Anchorage, AK, with a median of $141,100 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.