Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers Salary in California
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • California
Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers in California earn a median salary of $142,325 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, +40.9% vs the national median of $101,020. An estimated 640 mining and geological engineers, including mining safety engineers are employed across California, with salaries ranging from $104,530 to $163,490 depending on location.
$142,325
Avg median salary in California
$163,490
Highest paying metro
$104,530
Lowest paying metro
640
Employed in California
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Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers salaries by city in California
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CA | $163,490 | $119,200 | $171,390 | 50 |
| Sacramento, CA | $158,760 | $129,170 | $168,390 | 200 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $142,520 | $86,390 | $166,640 | 340 |
| San Diego, CA | $104,530 | $81,440 | $128,290 | 50 |