How much does a mining and geological engineer make in Montana?
$105,400a year
Median yearly pay for mining and geological engineers in Montana. That is $50.68 an hour or $8,784 a month.
- Hourly
- $50.68
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $78,690Median: $105,400Highest 10%: $129,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $78,690 | $37.83 | |
| 25th | $98,200 | $47.21 | |
| Median | $105,400 | $50.68 | |
| 75th | $106,400 | $51.13 | |
| 90th | $129,900 | $62.43 |
Cities in Montana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for mining and geological engineers.
| 8. Indiana | $113,600 |
| 9. Illinois | $107,700 |
| 10. Nevada | $107,500 |
| 11. Montana | $105,400 |
| 12. Virginia | $105,000 |
| 13. Kentucky | $103,300 |
| 14. Alabama | $102,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mining and geological engineer make an hour in Montana?
The median hourly pay in Montana is $50.68 ($105,400 a year).
Do mining and geological engineers make more in Montana than the national average?
No: $105,400 against $106,200 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Montana rank for mining and geological engineer pay?
Montana ranks 11 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.