Meter Readers, Utilities Salary in North Carolina
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 8 metro areas • North Carolina
Meter Readers, Utilities in North Carolina earn a median salary of $40,949 per year on average across 8 metro and nonmetro areas, -16.7% vs the national median of $49,180. An estimated 430 meter readers, utilities are employed across North Carolina, with salaries ranging from $36,560 to $51,420 depending on location.
$40,949
Avg median salary in North Carolina
$51,420
Highest paying metro
$36,560
Lowest paying metro
430
Employed in North Carolina
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Meter Readers, Utilities salaries by city in North Carolina
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh, NC | $51,420 | $44,320 | $58,760 | 40 |
| Charlotte, NC-SC | $44,760 | $38,490 | $53,100 | 70 |
| Western North Carolina | $42,470 | $35,450 | $60,900 | 40 |
| Greensboro, NC | $40,870 | $38,500 | $44,950 | 80 |
| Winston, NC | $37,510 | $37,510 | $37,510 | 40 |
| Central North Carolina | $37,190 | $33,840 | $45,280 | 60 |
| Eastern North Carolina | $36,810 | $34,320 | $46,670 | 60 |
| Wilmington, NC | $36,560 | $31,730 | $44,470 | 40 |