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Mining and Geological Engineers in Montana

Is Montana a good place for you to work as a Mining or Geological Engineer?

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How Many Mining and Geological Engineers Work in Montana?

There were approximately 100 workers employed as Mining and Geological Engineers in this state in 2018.

There were 100 Mining and Geological Engineers employed in this state in 2017.

The amount of jobs between 2017 and 2018 is holding steady.

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The typical state has 140 Mining and Geological Engineers working in it, which means Montana has fewer Mining and Geological Engineers than average.

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Job Projections for Montana

Jobs for Mining and Geological Engineers in this state are not projected to grow or decrease, but nationwide they are growing at a rate of 8.2%.

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Montana Annual Job Openings

The BLS estimates there will be 10 annual job openings, and 70 total jobs in 2026 for Mining and Geological Engineers in this state.

Nationwide, the prediction is 600 annual jobs and 7,900 total jobs in 2026.

What do Mining and Geological Engineers Make in Montana?

In 2017 the median pay for this field was $45.11 an hour.

Top States for Mining and Geological Engineers Employment

The table below shows the states where most Mining and Geological Engineers work.

State Number Employed Annual Median Salary
California 500 $134,880
Colorado 440 $98,920
Arizona 410 $83,780
Pennsylvania 360 $89,610
Nevada 350 $82,520
Utah 340 $84,470
Oklahoma 270 $0
New Mexico 240 $132,160
Alabama 180 $91,510
Ohio 170 $84,760
Kentucky 150 $93,130
Florida 150 $114,410
Wyoming 150 $90,470
Alaska 130 $112,240
West Virginia 110 $75,820
Virginia 110 $0
New York 110 $82,990
Michigan 100 $71,710
Montana 100 $0
Illinois 90 $91,660

Below are the states where Mining and Geological Engineers get paid the most:

State Annual Median Salary
California $134,880
New Mexico $132,160
Florida $114,410
Alaska $112,240
Colorado $98,920
Minnesota $98,170
Kentucky $93,130
Illinois $91,660
Alabama $91,510
Wyoming $90,470

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