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DATA PROFILE · 2024

Mining and Geological Engineers salary in North Dakota

Median, range, employment, and 10-year outlook from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, with skills and task data from O*NET. Cost-of-living adjustment from BEA Regional Price Parities.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated May 4, 2026

2024 wage data not published for mining and geological engineers in North Dakota

The Bureau of Labor Statistics suppresses wage estimates when the surveyed cell has too few employers to publish a figure without revealing individual firm pay. The privacy redaction happens upstream, before the data reaches us.

Use national figures and adjacent states below as a reference, or check BLS confidentiality rules for context.

Salary distribution

Where North Dakota mining and geological engineers fall on the wage curve.

Distribution not available

The Bureau of Labor Statistics suppresses wage percentiles for this occupation and state when the surveyed cell has too few employers to publish without revealing individual firm pay. National figures and adjacent states below remain a useful reference.

By seniority

Mining and Geological Engineers pay by experience level in North Dakota

Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Engineering and Technology

    Knowledge

    4.5 / 5
  • Mathematics

    Knowledge

    4.4 / 5
  • Complex Problem Solving

    Technical

    4.1 / 5
  • Reading Comprehension

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5
  • Writing

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5
  • Critical Thinking

    Cross-functional

    4.0 / 5
  • Speaking

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5
  • Judgment and Decision Making

    Technical

    4.0 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Prepare technical reports for use by mining, engineering, and management personnel.

  2. 02

    Inspect mining areas for unsafe structures, equipment, and working conditions.

  3. 03

    Test air to detect toxic gases and recommend measures to remove them, such as installation of ventilation shafts.

  4. 04

    Select or develop mineral location, extraction, and production methods, based on factors such as safety, cost, and deposit characteristics.

  5. 05

    Select locations and plan underground or surface mining operations, specifying processes, labor usage, and equipment that will result in safe, economical, and environmentally sound extraction of minerals and ores.

  6. 06

    Implement and coordinate mine safety programs, including the design and maintenance of protective and rescue equipment and safety devices.

  7. 07

    Devise solutions to problems of land reclamation and water and air pollution, such as methods of storing excavated soil and returning exhausted mine sites to natural states.

  8. 08

    Prepare schedules, reports, and estimates of the costs involved in developing and operating mines.

10-year outlook

Growth 2024 → 2034

0.0%

Projected annual openings

BLS outlook

Slower than average

Source: BLS Employment Projections, 20242034 cycle.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Mining and Geological Engineers a growing field?
BLS Employment Projections show employment flat by 0.0% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
What education is required for Mining and Geological Engineers?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.