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The average salary for a mining manager is approximately $116,992 annually. This figure can vary significantly based on factors like geographical location, years of experience, and the specific industry within the mining sector. Mining managers in states such as Alaska, Wyoming, and West Virginia often see higher compensation due to the demand for skilled professionals in these regions.
In addition to base salaries, mining managers may receive bonuses, profit-sharing options, and other benefits that enhance their total compensation package. Industries such as coal mining, metal ore mining, and nonmetallic mineral mining can offer varying salary scales, with some positions reporting higher earnings based on performance and company success.
Job seekers interested in pursuing a career as a mining manager should consider gaining relevant experience through internships, entry-level positions, or educational programs in mining engineering or related fields. Ongoing professional development and certification can also enhance career prospects and salary potential. For those aiming to enter this field, understanding local job markets and salary trends is essential to making informed career decisions.
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The average mining manager salary in Alaska, Michigan, and North Dakota are the highest in the U.S. The lowest average mining manager salary states are Kentucky, Kansas, and Indiana.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Michigan | $150,963 | $72.58 |
| 2 | Ohio | $132,648 | $63.77 |
| 3 | Illinois | $128,929 | $61.99 |
| 4 | Rhode Island | $135,054 | $64.93 |
| 5 | California | $138,550 | $66.61 |
| 6 | Pennsylvania | $119,899 | $57.64 |
| 7 | Alaska | $153,174 | $73.64 |
| 8 | Delaware | $125,064 | $60.13 |
| 9 | North Dakota | $141,025 | $67.80 |
| 10 | Maine | $138,679 | $66.67 |
| 11 | Washington | $124,515 | $59.86 |
| 12 | New Mexico | $133,149 | $64.01 |
| 13 | Vermont | $125,318 | $60.25 |
| 14 | Oregon | $124,517 | $59.86 |
| 15 | Arkansas | $129,066 | $62.05 |
| 16 | Idaho | $115,407 | $55.48 |
| 17 | Connecticut | $116,535 | $56.03 |
| 18 | Minnesota | $116,289 | $55.91 |
| 19 | Tennessee | $107,630 | $51.75 |
| 20 | District of Columbia | $121,882 | $58.60 |
| 21 | New Hampshire | $122,959 | $59.11 |
| 22 | South Carolina | $119,500 | $57.45 |
| 23 | New Jersey | $119,694 | $57.55 |
| 24 | Massachusetts | $120,642 | $58.00 |
| 25 | Virginia | $109,219 | $52.51 |
| 26 | Nevada | $107,568 | $51.72 |
| 27 | Texas | $111,730 | $53.72 |
| 28 | Arizona | $106,801 | $51.35 |
| 29 | Iowa | $104,870 | $50.42 |
| 30 | Maryland | $106,983 | $51.43 |
| 31 | Wisconsin | $102,022 | $49.05 |
| 32 | Oklahoma | $106,874 | $51.38 |
| 33 | North Carolina | $105,232 | $50.59 |
| 34 | Georgia | $107,527 | $51.70 |
| 35 | New York | $109,500 | $52.64 |
| 36 | Utah | $98,876 | $47.54 |
| 37 | Nebraska | $105,975 | $50.95 |
| 38 | South Dakota | $98,872 | $47.53 |
| 39 | Wyoming | $100,025 | $48.09 |
| 40 | Indiana | $95,218 | $45.78 |
| 41 | Florida | $98,883 | $47.54 |
| 42 | Mississippi | $103,004 | $49.52 |
| 43 | West Virginia | $102,254 | $49.16 |
| 44 | Montana | $101,781 | $48.93 |
| 45 | Kentucky | $96,028 | $46.17 |
| 46 | Colorado | $101,925 | $49.00 |
| 47 | Missouri | $96,793 | $46.54 |
| 48 | Kansas | $95,821 | $46.07 |
| 49 | Hawaii | $58,126 | $27.95 |
| 50 | Louisiana | $89,824 | $43.18 |
| 51 | Alabama | $83,254 | $40.03 |
The highest-paying cities for mining managers are Fairbanks, AK, San Jose, CA, and Westerville, OH.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fairbanks, AK | $165,686 | $79.66 |
| 2 | San Jose, CA | $148,289 | $71.29 |
| 3 | Westerville, OH | $135,015 | $64.91 |
| 4 | Chicago, IL | $133,815 | $64.33 |
| 5 | Hazleton, PA | $124,084 | $59.66 |
| 6 | Boston, MA | $123,175 | $59.22 |
| 7 | Plano, TX | $114,980 | $55.28 |
| 8 | Reno, NV | $113,171 | $54.41 |
| 9 | McLean, VA | $113,085 | $54.37 |
| 10 | New York, NY | $109,751 | $52.76 |
| 11 | Atlanta, GA | $107,940 | $51.89 |
| 12 | Omaha, NE | $107,764 | $51.81 |
| 13 | Tempe, AZ | $107,284 | $51.58 |
| 14 | Jackson, MS | $103,763 | $49.89 |
| 15 | Charlotte, NC | $103,626 | $49.82 |
| 16 | Denver, CO | $101,745 | $48.92 |
| 17 | Saint Louis, MO | $98,396 | $47.31 |
A mining manager's salary ranges from $66,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $206,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $206,000 | $17,167 | $99 |
| 75th Percentile | $157,000 | $13,083 | $75 |
| Average | $116,992 | $9,749 | $56 |
| 25th Percentile | $86,000 | $7,167 | $41 |
| 10th Percentile | $66,000 | $5,500 | $32 |
The highest paying types of mining managers are mine safety director, mine engineering supervisor, and mine safety manager.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mine Engineer | $83,246 | $6,937 | $40.02 | 3,627 |
Top companies hiring mining managers now:
Mining manager salaries at Apple and eBay are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average mining manager salary at companies like Alorica and Saint-Gobain are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Apple | $188,688 | $90.72 |
| 2 | eBay | $177,302 | $85.24 |
| 3 | Alorica | $151,906 | $73.03 |
| 4 | Saint-Gobain | $149,446 | $71.85 |
| 5 | Murphy Co Mechanical | $132,826 | $63.86 |
| 6 | Accenture | $128,626 | $61.84 |
| 7 | NEVADA GOLD & CASINOS INC | $127,935 | $61.51 |
| 8 | Horizon Ag-Products | $127,856 | $61.47 |
| 9 | Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc | $127,856 | $61.47 |
| 10 | St. Mary's Cement | $127,856 | $61.47 |
| 11 | U.S. Silica | $124,594 | $59.90 |
| 12 | Coeur Mining | $123,568 | $59.41 |
| 13 | Oldcastle Infrastructure | $112,032 | $53.86 |
| 14 | Rockwell Automation | $111,068 | $53.40 |
| 15 | KPMG LLP | $106,666 | $51.28 |
| 16 | Ledcor | $92,942 | $44.68 |
The average mining manager salary varies across industries:
| Rank | Industry | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Energy | $134,384 | $64.61 |
| 2 | Manufacturing | $118,553 | $57.00 |
| 3 | Construction | $114,548 | $55.07 |
| 4 | Professional | $107,222 | $51.55 |
The average mining manager salary has risen by $11,849 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average mining manager earned $105,143 annually, but today, they earn $116,992 a year. That works out to a 0% change in pay for mining managers over the last decade.
Compare mining manager salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare mining manager salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $117,000 | $56.25 | +2.8% |
| 2024 | $114,000 | $54.66 | -1.2% |
| 2023 | $115,000 | $55.32 | -2.2% |
| 2022 | $118,000 | $56.51 | +0.6% |
| 2021 | $117,000 | $56.20 | -0.3% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heidelberg Materials | Mine Manager | Monroe, WA | 04/04/2025 | $114,400 |
| Lexisnexis | Partner Manager, Brightmine (Remote-USA Wide) | Chicago, IL | 02/17/2025 | $130,000 |
| Coeur Mining | Manager Mine Planning | Chicago, IL | 02/14/2025 | $130,000 |
| LNRS Data Services Company | Partner Manager, Brightmine (Remote-USA Wide) | Chicago, IL | 02/13/2025 | $130,000 |
| Lexisnexis Risk Solutions | Partner Manager, Brightmine (Remote-USA Wide) | Chicago, IL | 02/13/2025 | $130,000 |
| RELX Inc. | Partner Manager, Brightmine (Remote-USA Wide) | Springfield, IL | 02/12/2025 | $130,000 |
| Chemours | Mine Manager | Starke, FL | 12/02/2024 | $105,280 |
| Oilandgas.org.Uk | Mine Manager-Cement Manufacturing-Location Onsite | Tome, NM | 10/23/2024 | $100,000 |
| Grupo Cementos de Chihuahua | 1443-Mine Manager-Cement Manufacturing-Location Onsite | Tijeras, NM | 10/10/2024 | $100,000 |
| Imerys | Mine Manager (2 Positions Available) | Lompoc, CA | 09/27/2024 | $120,000 |
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