Top 2 cities for roof bolters, mining by average salary
| Wheeling, WV | $74,720 |
|---|---|
| Beckley, WV | $73,750 |
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Roof Bolters, Mining salary by state
Wyoming pays roof bolters, mining the most statewide, $115,100 a year on average. Statewide columns cover every employer in the state; city columns cover the metro areas we publish.
| State | Statewide average | Statewide median | Jobs | Metros | Highest city average | Lowest city average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | $115,100 | $116,570 | 100 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Virginia | $83,290 | $78,260 | 110 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Illinois | $82,170 | $81,860 | 200 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Colorado | $82,040 | $81,270 | 40 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| West Virginia | $77,410 | $79,400 | 970 | 2 | $74,720 | $73,750 |
| Kentucky | $72,060 | $72,510 | 120 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Alabama | $67,420 | $67,020 | 80 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Roof Bolters, Mining salary in every city we cover
Sort by any column. Each city links to its pay range, take-home pay and cost of living.
| Metro area | Average | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheeling, WV | $74,720 | $66,610 | $35.92 | 120 |
| Beckley, WV | $73,750 | $77,920 | $35.46 | 190 |
Related jobs
- Derrick Operators, Oil and GasU.S. average $60,210
- Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and GasU.S. average $72,130
- Service Unit Operators, Oil and GasU.S. average $62,470
- Roustabouts, Oil and GasU.S. average $49,200
- Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface MiningU.S. average $59,930
- Explosives Workers, Ordnance Handling Experts, and BlastersU.S. average $66,640
- Earth Drillers, Except Oil and GasU.S. average $62,830
- Helpers--Extraction WorkersU.S. average $50,620
Roof Bolters, Mining salary: questions
Where do roof bolters, mining make the most money?
In Wheeling, WV, with an average of $74,720 a year, among the 2 metro areas we cover.
What is the average roof bolters, mining salary in the U.S.?
$78,100 a year nationwide (BLS OEWS national estimates, May 2025); the median is $78,540, so half of roof bolters, mining earn more than that and half less.
What salary should roof bolters, mining ask for?
Start from the figures for your city: the middle half of roof bolters, mining nationwide earn between $71,390 (25th percentile) and $81,860 (75th percentile). Newer workers usually start near the 25th percentile and experienced ones can ask for the 75th; each city page shows the local range. See how to read salary percentiles.
Which state pays roof bolters, mining the most?
Wyoming, with a statewide average of $115,100 a year (BLS state estimates, May 2025).
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 47-5043.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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