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Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers vs. Civil Engineers: Salary Comparison (2026)

Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineerss earn a median salary of $101,020/year, while Civil Engineerss earn $99,590/year - a difference of $1,430. Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineerss earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.

Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers
Civil Engineers
Median salary
$101,020
$99,590
Hourly rate
$48.57/hr
$47.88/hr
Entry level (10th %)
$62,500
$65,920
Senior level (90th %)
$163,740
$160,990
Education required
Varies
Varies
U.S. employment
6,770
355,410
Job growth (10-year)
N/A
N/A
Category
Engineering
Engineering
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