Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers Salary in Virginia
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • Virginia
Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers in Virginia earn a median salary of $90,380 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, -10.5% vs the national median of $101,020. An estimated 670 mining and geological engineers, including mining safety engineers are employed across Virginia, with salaries ranging from $80,580 to $111,790 depending on location.
$90,380
Avg median salary in Virginia
$111,790
Highest paying metro
$80,580
Lowest paying metro
670
Employed in Virginia
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Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers salaries by city in Virginia
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond, VA | $111,790 | $78,160 | $127,990 | 40 |
| Southwest Virginia | $94,920 | $80,360 | $126,710 | 60 |
| West Virginia | $84,000 | $78,880 | $102,510 | 400 |
| Northern West Virginia | $80,610 | $79,670 | $109,660 | 70 |
| Southern West Virginia | $80,580 | $79,290 | $102,230 | 100 |