How much does a meter reader make in Kansas?
$49,870a year
Median yearly pay for meter readers in Kansas. That is $23.98 an hour or $4,156 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.98
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $15,080Median: $49,870Highest 10%: $79,380
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $15,080 | $7.25 | |
| 25th | $37,300 | $17.93 | |
| Median | $49,870 | $23.98 | |
| 75th | $56,180 | $27.01 | |
| 90th | $79,380 | $38.16 |
Cities in Kansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $61,830 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for meter readers.
| 18. Rhode Island | $56,830 |
| 19. Massachusetts | $54,150 |
| 20. Hawaii | $51,910 |
| 21. Kansas | $49,870 |
| 22. Indiana | $49,200 |
| 23. Missouri | $49,150 |
| 24. New Mexico | $48,530 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a meter reader make an hour in Kansas?
The median hourly pay in Kansas is $23.98 ($49,870 a year).
Do meter readers make more in Kansas than the national average?
Yes: $49,870 against $48,150 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Kansas rank for meter reader pay?
Kansas ranks 21 of 39 states.
Which city in Kansas pays meter readers the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $61,830 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.