How much does a meter reader make in the Philippines?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₱12,430 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $2,604
- Compared with the median pay in the Philippines
- 0.8 times
- Data from
- 2024
Where the Philippines 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 |
| 85. Vanuatu estimate | $3,126 |
| 86. Philippines estimate | $2,604 |
| 87. Djibouti estimate | $2,415 |
| 144. Kenya estimate | $120 |
Similar jobs
Elementary occupations
- Courier₱144,900
- Odd job persons₱154,700
- Water and firewood collectors₱146,800
- Gym worker₱140,400
- Waste collector₱156,800
- Sorter₱157,200
- Street sweeper₱154,200
Frequently asked questions
How much does a meter reader make a month in the Philippines?
The median gross salary is ₱12,430 a month, ₱149,200 a year.
How much does a meter reader make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₱131,000 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₱178,400.
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 the Philippines or in United States?
In United States: $47,750 a year against $2,604 in the Philippines, 18.3 times more.
Who makes more, a meter reader or a courier?
A meter reader: ₱149,200 a year against ₱144,900 for a courier, 1.0 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2024. How we calculate