Continuous Mining Machine Operators pay in Missouri
In Missouri, the median pay for continuous mining machine operators is $22.73 an hour ($47,280 a year). About 920 people work in this job there.
That is 24% lower than the U.S. median ($61,810). Missouri ranks 25th of 27 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for continuous mining machine operators in Missouri
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.46 | $36,310 |
| 25% of workers | $20.62 | $42,900 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.73 | $47,280 |
| 75% of workers | $29.51 | $61,390 |
| 90% of workers | $36.06 | $75,000 |
Continuous Mining Machine Operators pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis | $48,120 | 120 |
| Kansas City | $47,950 | 100 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for continuous mining machine operators
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.2% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 1,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Missouri
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $60,540 |
| Industrial Machinery Mechanics | $67,390 |
| Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines | $63,390 |
| Maintenance Workers, Machinery | $63,720 |
| Crane and Tower Operators | $58,450 |
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