Meter Readers, Utilities Salary in Texas
The median pay for a meter readers, utilities in Texas is $40,050/year ($19.26/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $30K at the entry level to $62K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Texas. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $40K get you in Texas?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Texas
Entry-level meter readers, utilities (10th percentile) start around $30K. Mid-career wages sit at $40K. Top earners bring in $62K or more, a $32K spread from bottom to top.
Meter Readers, Utilities salary by metro in Texas
6 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands | $46K | +14% | 310 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos | $45K | +12% | 60 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington | $41K | +3% | 250 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels | $40K | -1% | 100 |
| El Paso | $38K | -5% | 30 |
| McAllen-Edinburg-Mission | $30K | -26% | 60 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do meter readers, utilities make in Texas?
The median is $40,050 a year, that works out to about $19 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $30,100, and experienced meter readers, utilities can clear $62,080. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $40K enough to live in Texas?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,852/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,415/month, which eats 49.6% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a meter readers, utilities salary go in Texas?
Texas has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median meter readers, utilities salary is worth about $43,775 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do meter readers, utilities get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.