How much does a mining and geological engineer make in Idaho?
$123,700a year
Median yearly pay for mining and geological engineers in Idaho. That is $59.46 an hour or $10,310 a month.
- Hourly
- $59.46
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $66,600Median: $123,700Highest 10%: $134,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $66,600 | $32.02 | |
| 25th | $100,500 | $48.33 | |
| Median | $123,700 | $59.46 | |
| 75th | $124,500 | $59.88 | |
| 90th | $134,700 | $64.78 |
Cities in Idaho
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for mining and geological engineers.
| 2. Oklahoma | $131,700 |
| 3. Utah | $125,500 |
| 4. Alaska | $124,600 |
| 5. Idaho | $123,700 |
| 6. Wyoming | $119,000 |
| 7. Florida | $117,500 |
| 8. Indiana | $113,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mining and geological engineer make an hour in Idaho?
The median hourly pay in Idaho is $59.46 ($123,700 a year).
Do mining and geological engineers make more in Idaho than the national average?
Yes: $123,700 against $106,200 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Idaho rank for mining and geological engineer pay?
Idaho ranks 5 of 28 states.
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.