Wages vary by area of the country and employer. Wages also vary by the type of machinery used and the type of mining operation. Workers in underground mines tend to earn more than miners on the surface. In addition, mining machine operators who belong to a union tend to earn higher wages than non-union workers.
Mining machine operators who work full time generally receive benefits. Typical benefits include sick leave, paid vacation, health insurance, and a retirement plan.
Continuous mining machine operators (SOC 47-5041)
| Location |
Pay Period | |
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| 25% |
Median |
75% |
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| Illinois | Hourly | $19.41 | $31.23 | $33.08 |
| Yearly | $40,380 | $64,962 | $68,819 | |
| United States | Hourly | $22.91 | $27.58 | $31.25 |
| Yearly | $47,650 | $57,360 | $64,990 | |