Meter Readers, Utilities Salary in Illinois
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • Illinois
Meter Readers, Utilities in Illinois earn a median salary of $51,254 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, +4.2% vs the national median of $49,180. An estimated 620 meter readers, utilities are employed across Illinois, with salaries ranging from $36,800 to $79,210 depending on location.
$51,254
Avg median salary in Illinois
$79,210
Highest paying metro
$36,800
Lowest paying metro
620
Employed in Illinois
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Meter Readers, Utilities salaries by city in Illinois
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL-IN | $79,210 | $76,710 | $103,000 | 420 |
| Northwest Illinois | $50,710 | $44,910 | $71,620 | 40 |
| South Illinois | $47,000 | $35,000 | $67,560 | 40 |
| East Central Illinois | $42,550 | $36,120 | $66,930 | 50 |
| West Central Illinois | $36,800 | $35,210 | $51,790 | 70 |