Salary for Utilities Meter Readers

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Also known as:  Electric Meter Reader, Gas Meter Reader, Water Meter Reader

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Meter Readers, Utilities, are involved in taking readings from gas, electric and water consumption meters to determine the amount of volume a person has used. Ability to read maps are required, as well as the ability to use various types of technology, including a computer and office programs. Additionally meter readers will need to be accurate and have the ability to document numbers and figures correctly. Driving is required as well as outdoor work. A high school diploma is required, and some states may make additional requirements available.

A Utilities Meter Reader can receive an average pay level of between $26,390 - $73,570 based on the level of education. will most likely earn wages of fourty-six thousand one hundred and sixty dollars yearly.

are paid at the highest average level in Massachusetts, where they receive average pay scales of approximately $67,380. Employees who work in this career can make the most money in Utilities, where they can get an average job salary of $52,800.

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SALARY TREND

The annual compensation for this career has gone up since 2004. Salaries have increased by an average of 54.09 percent nationwide in that time.

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INDUSTRIES

Utilities Meter Readers tend to make the most in the following industries:

Utilities
$52,800
Transportation and Warehousing
$50,890
Management of Companies and Enterprises
$50,350
Other Services (except Public Administration)
$48,120
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
$47,950
Construction
$46,650

In general, they earn less within the industries below:

Administrative, Support and Waste Management Services
$36,820
Public Administration
$43,410
Construction
$46,650
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
$47,950
Other Services (except Public Administration)
$48,120
Management of Companies and Enterprises
$50,350
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