How much does a meter reader make in Zambia?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ZK 1,226 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $562
- Compared with the median pay in Zambia
- 0.5 times
- Data from
- 2024
Where Zambia 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 |
| 135. Congo - Kinshasa estimate | $564 |
| 136. Zambia estimate | $562 |
| 137. Ethiopia estimate | $455 |
| 144. Kenya estimate | $120 |
Similar jobs
Elementary occupations
- CourierZK 14,290
- Odd job personsZK 15,260
- Water and firewood collectorsZK 14,480
- Gym workerZK 13,850
- Waste collectorZK 15,470
- SorterZK 15,510
- Street sweeperZK 15,210
Frequently asked questions
How much does a meter reader make a month in Zambia?
The median gross salary is ZK 1,226 a month, ZK 14,720 a year.
How much does a meter reader make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ZK 12,920 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ZK 17,600.
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 Zambia or in United States?
In United States: $47,750 a year against $562 in Zambia, 84.9 times more.
Who makes more, a meter reader or a courier?
A meter reader: ZK 14,720 a year against ZK 14,290 for a courier, 1.0 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2024. How we calculate