As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Mining Engineer in Amarillo, TX is $63,801, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,227 weekly, or $5,317 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Mining Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Mining Engineer in Amarillo, TX vary widely, spanning from $50,797 to $72,668. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($56,995) and 75th percentile ($68,442), while top earners (90th percentile) make $72,668 per year. This $11,447 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Data Analytics, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Amarillo Mining Engineer often earn 6.8% lower than national averages. However, Amarillo currently ranks 705 statewide for Mining Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Energy & Utilities to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Mining Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Mining Engineer Salary $50,797 Amarillo, TX January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Mining Engineer Salary $56,995 Amarillo, TX January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Mining Engineer Salary $63,801 Amarillo, TX January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Mining Engineer Salary $68,442 Amarillo, TX January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Mining Engineer Salary $72,668 Amarillo, TX January 01, 2026
25% $56,995 10% $50,797 90% $72,668 75% $68,442 $63,801 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Mining Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Mine Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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