How much does a mining and geological engineer make in Portland?
Median yearly pay for mining and geological engineers in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area. That is $57.69 an hour or $9,999 a month.
- Hourly
- $57.69
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among cities
- 8 of 23
- Jobs in the area
- 50
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $68,640 | $33.00 | |
| 25th | $81,020 | $38.95 | |
| Median | $120,000 | $57.69 | |
| 75th | $134,100 | $64.48 | |
| 90th | $170,900 | $82.16 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for mining and geological engineers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Aerospace Engineer | $138,700 |
| Chemical Engineer | $131,700 |
| Industrial Engineer | $129,900 |
| Electronics Engineer | $129,300 |
| Materials Engineer | $128,300 |
| Electrical Engineer | $128,100 |
| Bioengineer and Biomedical Engineer | $127,100 |
| Environmental Engineer | $127,100 |
| Engineer | $126,400 |
| Health and Safety Engineer | $125,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mining and geological engineer make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area is $57.69 ($120,000 a year).
Do mining and geological engineers make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $120,000 against $106,200 nationally, 13% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $96,210, so Portland pays 25% more.
Where does Portland rank for mining and geological engineer pay?
8 of 23 metro areas with data.
How much does a mining and geological engineer make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $68,640 or less a year; the top 10% make $170,900 or more.
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.