Meter Readers, Utilities Salary in California
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 7 metro areas • California
Meter Readers, Utilities in California earn a median salary of $83,537 per year on average across 7 metro and nonmetro areas, +69.9% vs the national median of $49,180. An estimated 700 meter readers, utilities are employed across California, with salaries ranging from $70,060 to $99,840 depending on location.
$83,537
Avg median salary in California
$99,840
Highest paying metro
$70,060
Lowest paying metro
700
Employed in California
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Meter Readers, Utilities salaries by city in California
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bakersfield, CA | $99,840 | $63,480 | $99,840 | 40 |
| San Francisco, CA | $99,350 | $90,720 | $99,350 | 160 |
| San Jose, CA | $95,330 | $84,470 | $104,760 | 40 |
| Sacramento, CA | $76,380 | $51,370 | $94,710 | 50 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $73,690 | $55,420 | $81,890 | 210 |
| Riverside, CA | $70,110 | $62,610 | $82,200 | 140 |
| San Diego, CA | $70,060 | $61,670 | $81,070 | 60 |