Roof Bolters, Mining
Occupation
$76,640
National Median Salary
$36.85
Median Hourly Wage
2,230
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+39.7%
10 Year Change
$54,860
2014 Median
$76,640
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries
Industry Wage Growth
Best Paying States
Fastest Growing States
Where This Career Pays Above Average
Top Paying Industries for Roof Bolters, Mining
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Nonmetallic Mineral Mining and Quarrying | $112,380 | — |
| Coal Mining | $78,060 | 1,780 |
| Mining (except Oil and Gas) | $77,850 | 2,090 |
| Support Activities for Mining | $56,550 | — |
Top Paying States for Roof Bolters, Mining
| State | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | $113,750 | 100 |
| West Virginia | $78,970 | 1,040 |
| Virginia | $75,700 | 160 |
| Kentucky | $70,620 | 150 |
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