How much does a mining and geological engineer make in Arizona?
$102,100a year
Median yearly pay for mining and geological engineers in Arizona. That is $49.10 an hour or $8,511 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.10
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 690
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $82,390Median: $102,100Highest 10%: $173,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $82,390 | $39.61 | |
| 25th | $97,130 | $46.70 | |
| Median | $102,100 | $49.10 | |
| 75th | $124,700 | $59.95 | |
| 90th | $173,600 | $83.44 |
Cities in Arizona
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Phoenix, AZ | $114,300 |
| Tucson, AZ | $106,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for mining and geological engineers.
| 12. Virginia | $105,000 |
| 13. Kentucky | $103,300 |
| 14. Alabama | $102,500 |
| 15. Arizona | $102,100 |
| 16. Texas | $100,600 |
| 17. Tennessee | $100,400 |
| 18. South Carolina | $98,790 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mining and geological engineer make an hour in Arizona?
The median hourly pay in Arizona is $49.10 ($102,100 a year).
Do mining and geological engineers make more in Arizona than the national average?
No: $102,100 against $106,200 nationally, 4% less.
Where does Arizona rank for mining and geological engineer pay?
Arizona ranks 15 of 28 states.
Which city in Arizona pays mining and geological engineers the most?
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ, with a median of $114,300 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.