Roof Bolters, Mining pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for roof bolters, mining is $37.76 an hour ($78,540 a year). About 2,160 people work in this job there.
Pay range for roof bolters, mining in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $30.65 | $63,750 |
| 25% of workers | $34.32 | $71,390 |
| Half of workers (median) | $37.76 | $78,540 |
| 75% of workers | $39.36 | $81,860 |
| 90% of workers | $44.63 | $92,830 |
Best-paying states for roof bolters, mining
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | $116,570 | 100 |
| Illinois | $81,860 | 200 |
| Colorado | $81,270 | 40 |
| West Virginia | $79,400 | 970 |
| Virginia | $78,260 | 110 |
| Kentucky | $72,510 | 120 |
| Alabama | $67,020 | 80 |
Pay by state
- West Virginia · $79,400
Education, experience and outlook for roof bolters, mining
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 3 to 6 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -18.9% over ten years, declining · about 100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in the U.S.
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Structural Iron and Steel Workers | $62,780 |
| Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers | $65,380 |
| Riggers | $62,640 |
| Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas | $60,190 |
| Continuous Mining Machine Operators | $61,810 |
| Reinforcing Iron and Rebar Workers | $58,970 |
| Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas | $67,890 |
| Helpers--Extraction Workers | $47,730 |
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