How much does a mining and geological engineer make in Kentucky?
$103,300a year
Median yearly pay for mining and geological engineers in Kentucky. That is $49.66 an hour or $8,608 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.66
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $76,120Median: $103,300Highest 10%: $139,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $76,120 | $36.60 | |
| 25th | $83,380 | $40.09 | |
| Median | $103,300 | $49.66 | |
| 75th | $127,800 | $61.45 | |
| 90th | $139,700 | $67.18 |
Cities in Kentucky
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lexington, KY | $105,900 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for mining and geological engineers.
| 10. Nevada | $107,500 |
| 11. Montana | $105,400 |
| 12. Virginia | $105,000 |
| 13. Kentucky | $103,300 |
| 14. Alabama | $102,500 |
| 15. Arizona | $102,100 |
| 16. Texas | $100,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mining and geological engineer make an hour in Kentucky?
The median hourly pay in Kentucky is $49.66 ($103,300 a year).
Do mining and geological engineers make more in Kentucky than the national average?
No: $103,300 against $106,200 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Kentucky rank for mining and geological engineer pay?
Kentucky ranks 13 of 28 states.
Which city in Kentucky pays mining and geological engineers the most?
Lexington-Fayette, KY, with a median of $105,900 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.