Highest-Paying States for Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers

Ranked purely by BLS median annual wage — this does not account for cost of living or job availability. See best states for a balanced ranking.

1. 1California$158,130
2. 2Oklahoma$131,660
3. 3Utah$125,520
4. 4Alaska$124,630
5. 5Idaho$123,680
6. 6Wyoming$119,010
7. 7Florida$117,500
8. 8Indiana$113,640
9. 9Illinois$107,690
10. 10Nevada$107,500
11. 11Montana$105,410
12. 12Virginia$104,960
13. 13Kentucky$103,300
14. 14Alabama$102,530
15. 15Arizona$102,130