How much does a Mining Foreman make in Houston, TX?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Mining Foreman in Houston, TX is $60,824. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $52,554 to $70,491, with most professionals earning between $45,025 and $79,291.

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What is a Mining Foreman?

A Mining Foreman is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a mining site, including coordinating and supervising the activities of mining workers, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and managing the extraction and transportation of minerals. They are also responsible for maintaining equipment, monitoring production levels, and implementing strategies to improve efficiency and productivity. Additionally, they may be involved in budgeting, scheduling, and reporting on the progress of mining operations to higher management. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential for this role, as well as a thorough understanding of mining processes and safety protocols.

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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for Mining Foreman in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Mining Foreman in Houston, TX. The base salary for Mining Foreman ranges from $52,554 to $70,491 with the average base salary of $60,824. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $55,507 to $74,456 with the average total cash compensation of $64,244.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $60,824 $52,554 - $70,491
Bonus $3,420 $2,953 - $3,965
Total Pay $64,244 $55,507 - $74,456
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Pasadena, TX AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,359 - $70,229 COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Galveston, TX AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,359 - $70,229 COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Beaumont, TX AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $50,801 - $68,139 COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Port Arthur, TX AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $49,869 - $66,889 COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Lake Charles, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $48,764 - $65,406 COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Austin, TX AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,128 - $69,919 COMPARE TO Houston, TX
See salaries for Mining Foreman in locations close to Houston, TX. Pay for the same job may vary based on the location and on the location and on other factors such as the size of company, the industry, and other local conditions.
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Mine Foreman LOCATION Houston, TX MINIMUM SALARY $73,823 MAXIMUM SALARY $95,930
JOB TITLE Mining Manager LOCATION Houston, TX MINIMUM SALARY $123,100 MAXIMUM SALARY $148,000
JOB TITLE Mining Engineer LOCATION Houston, TX MINIMUM SALARY $63,357 MAXIMUM SALARY $74,782
JOB TITLE Mining Supervisor LOCATION Houston, TX MINIMUM SALARY $50,279 MAXIMUM SALARY $65,487
JOB TITLE Mining Geologist LOCATION Houston, TX MINIMUM SALARY $80,212 MAXIMUM SALARY $95,570
JOB TITLE Mining Technician LOCATION Houston, TX MINIMUM SALARY $74,192 MAXIMUM SALARY $99,776
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About Houston, Texas    Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

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