How much does a mining and geological engineer make in Virginia?
$105,000a year
Median yearly pay for mining and geological engineers in Virginia. That is $50.46 an hour or $8,747 a month.
- Hourly
- $50.46
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $67,490Median: $105,000Highest 10%: $157,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $67,490 | $32.45 | |
| 25th | $78,230 | $37.61 | |
| Median | $105,000 | $50.46 | |
| 75th | $131,700 | $63.33 | |
| 90th | $157,300 | $75.61 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for mining and geological engineers.
| 9. Illinois | $107,700 |
| 10. Nevada | $107,500 |
| 11. Montana | $105,400 |
| 12. Virginia | $105,000 |
| 13. Kentucky | $103,300 |
| 14. Alabama | $102,500 |
| 15. Arizona | $102,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mining and geological engineer make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $50.46 ($105,000 a year).
Do mining and geological engineers make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $105,000 against $106,200 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Virginia rank for mining and geological engineer pay?
Virginia ranks 12 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.