Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining Salary
Average salary, salary range, and compensation data for Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining positions across the United States.
Median Annual Salary
$68,860
National average
Salary Range
$48,310 – $82,900
10th–90th percentile
Data Year
2024
Source: BLS
Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining Salary by City
| Location | Median Salary | Min | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | $104,010 | $86,330 | $112,960 |
| Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area | $104,010 | $86,330 | $112,960 |
| Alaska | $89,830 | $70,270 | $101,350 |
| Alaska nonmetropolitan area | $89,830 | $70,270 | $101,350 |
| Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area | $85,490 | $40,100 | $94,790 |
| Nevada | $80,840 | $59,650 | $90,820 |
| Balance of Nevada nonmetropolitan area | $80,840 | $59,800 | $90,820 |
| Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area | $78,680 | $66,820 | $78,680 |
| Wheeling, WV-OH | $77,450 | $66,330 | $82,640 |
| Virginia | $77,440 | $66,720 | $89,270 |
| Southwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area | $77,440 | $66,720 | $89,270 |
| Illinois | $75,820 | $64,420 | $82,900 |
| South Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $75,820 | $64,420 | $82,900 |
| Colorado | $74,420 | $66,820 | $79,040 |
| Northern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area | $73,530 | $66,040 | $76,760 |
| West Virginia | $73,260 | $65,230 | $76,820 |
| Southern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area | $72,600 | $65,490 | $75,180 |
| Beckley, WV | $71,090 | $61,930 | $74,480 |
| Pennsylvania | $68,780 | $65,040 | $71,140 |
| Kentucky | $67,510 | $64,170 | $67,510 |
| Ohio | $65,920 | $39,090 | $94,780 |
| Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area | $65,080 | $65,040 | $68,860 |
| Alabama | $58,730 | $49,450 | $59,130 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | $58,020 | $49,450 | $59,580 |
| New York | $56,960 | $45,370 | $59,680 |
| Indiana | $52,150 | $33,550 | $78,040 |
| Georgia | $51,690 | $46,780 | $62,550 |
| Missouri | $50,860 | $37,820 | $63,220 |
| Florida | $47,030 | $39,610 | $56,150 |
| Iowa | $45,420 | $43,890 | $55,640 |
| Oklahoma | $43,490 | $32,710 | $49,950 |
| Louisiana | $38,460 | $27,000 | $45,650 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining make?▾
The median annual salary for a Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining is $68,860, with a typical range of $48,310 – $82,900 depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is the starting salary for a Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining?▾
Entry-level Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining positions typically start around $48,310 per year. Salaries increase significantly with experience and specialization.
Where do Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Minings earn the most?▾
Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Minings tend to earn the highest salaries in major metropolitan areas. Use the salary by city table above to compare compensation across different locations.