Meter Readers, Utilities Salary in New York
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 6 metro areas • New York
Meter Readers, Utilities in New York earn a median salary of $50,573 per year on average across 6 metro and nonmetro areas, +2.8% vs the national median of $49,180. An estimated 1,560 meter readers, utilities are employed across New York, with salaries ranging from $40,380 to $69,810 depending on location.
$50,573
Avg median salary in New York
$69,810
Highest paying metro
$40,380
Lowest paying metro
1,560
Employed in New York
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Meter Readers, Utilities salaries by city in New York
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York, NY-NJ | $69,810 | $56,270 | $85,040 | 1,320 |
| Albany, NY | $58,500 | $54,810 | $60,600 | 30 |
| Southwest New York | $46,960 | $39,160 | $57,340 | 60 |
| Rochester, NY | $45,430 | $41,090 | $56,470 | 40 |
| Buffalo, NY | $42,360 | $42,360 | $65,980 | 70 |
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $40,380 | $40,380 | $62,700 | 40 |