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Coal Mine Worker

Average Early-Career Coal Mine Worker with Heavy Equipment Operation Skills Hourly Pay

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$20.84
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Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$17.63
MEDIAN
$20.84
90%
$27.85

The average hourly pay for a Coal Mine Worker is $20.84 in 2025

Hourly Rate
$18 - $28
Bonus
$602 - $5k
Total Pay
$38k - $66k
Based on 15 salary profiles (last updated Jul 26 2023)
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What Do Coal Mine Workers Do?

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Common Health Benefits for a Coal Mine Worker

Medical
78%
Dental
67%
Vision
67%
None
22%

Gender Breakdown for Coal Mine Workers

Male
75.0%
Female
12.5%
Prefer to self-define
12.5%
This data is based on 8 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Coal Mine Workers

What is the highest pay for Coal Mine Workers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Coal Mine Worker is $27.85 / hour

What is the lowest pay for Coal Mine Workers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Coal Mine Worker is $17.63 / hour

How can Coal Mine Workers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Coal Mine Worker is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Coal Mine Worker that oversees more junior Coal Mine Workers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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