Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining Salary in the United States
Median annual wage: $74,500 · Median hourly: $35.82 · Employment: 5,930
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,030 | $25.02 |
| 25th | $61,410 | $29.52 |
| Median | $74,500 | $35.82 |
| 75th | $79,150 | $38.05 |
| 90th | $87,730 | $42.18 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 47-5044
- Total U.S. employment: 5,930
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
The numbers in context
The mean wage of $71,240 sits 4.4% below the median — the typical worker earns close to the median, while a smaller group of higher earners pulls the average down.
Pay spans a wide range: workers at the 10th percentile earn about $52,030, while those at the 90th percentile earn about $87,730 — a 1.7x gap between entry-level and top earners.
Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $60,020 | $28.86 | -19.4% | 510 |
| Alaska | $93,130 | $44.77 | +25.0% | 50 |
| Arizona | $72,430 | $34.82 | -2.8% | 100 |
| Colorado | $79,150 | $38.05 | +6.2% | 70 |
| Georgia | $50,380 | $24.22 | -32.4% | 100 |
| Illinois | $75,890 | $36.48 | +1.9% | 90 |
| Iowa | $48,490 | $23.31 | -34.9% | 100 |
| Louisiana | $48,670 | $23.40 | -34.7% | 110 |
| Michigan | $59,310 | $28.52 | -20.4% | 80 |
| Missouri | $52,040 | $25.02 | -30.1% | 100 |
| Nevada | $82,920 | $39.87 | +11.3% | 880 |
| New York | $60,890 | $29.28 | -18.3% | 140 |
| Ohio | $71,380 | $34.32 | -4.2% | 130 |
| Oklahoma | $44,760 | $21.52 | -39.9% | 70 |
| Pennsylvania | $75,240 | $36.17 | +1.0% | 0 |
| South Carolina | $80,480 | $38.69 | +8.0% | 30 |
| Texas | $47,310 | $22.75 | -36.5% | 70 |
| Virginia | $76,900 | $36.97 | +3.2% | 190 |
| West Virginia | $74,950 | $36.04 | +0.6% | 1,250 |
| Wyoming | $112,110 | $53.90 | +50.5% | 30 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for loading and moving machine operators, underground mining?
The median annual wage for loading and moving machine operators, underground mining is $74,500 ($35.82 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2024.
Which state pays loading and moving machine operators, underground mining the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many loading and moving machine operators, underground mining are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 5,930 loading and moving machine operators, underground mining employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do loading and moving machine operators, underground mining make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $35.82. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.