How much does a meter reader make in Nigeria?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₦49,070 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $398
- Compared with the median pay in Nigeria
- 1.0 times
- Data from
- 2024
Where Nigeria ranks among 144 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $100,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $61,420 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $61,130 |
| 3. Germany | $57,380 |
| 138. Angola estimate | $423 |
| 139. Nigeria estimate | $398 |
| 140. Uganda estimate | $370 |
| 144. Kenya estimate | $120 |
Similar jobs
Elementary occupations
- Courier₦571,700
- Odd job persons₦610,700
- Water and firewood collectors₦579,500
- Gym worker₦554,100
- Waste collector₦618,900
- Sorter₦620,600
- Street sweeper₦608,600
Frequently asked questions
How much does a meter reader make a month in Nigeria?
The median gross salary is ₦49,070 a month, ₦588,900 a year.
How much does a meter reader make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₦517,000 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₦704,200.
Which country pays a meter reader the most?
Switzerland, with a median of $61,420 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a meter reader make more in Nigeria or in United States?
In United States: $47,750 a year against $398 in Nigeria, 119.9 times more.
Who makes more, a meter reader or a courier?
A meter reader: ₦588,900 a year against ₦571,700 for a courier, 1.0 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2024. How we calculate