How much does a meter reader make in Michigan?
$60,870a year
Median yearly pay for meter readers in Michigan. That is $29.26 an hour or $5,073 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.26
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,540Median: $60,870Highest 10%: $92,440
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,540 | $19.01 | |
| 25th | $53,130 | $25.54 | |
| Median | $60,870 | $29.26 | |
| 75th | $63,940 | $30.74 | |
| 90th | $92,440 | $44.44 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Detroit, MI | $61,910 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for meter readers.
| 10. Alaska | $62,690 |
| 11. Wyoming | $61,470 |
| 12. Iowa | $60,940 |
| 13. Michigan | $60,870 |
| 14. Illinois | $60,690 |
| 15. West Virginia | $59,430 |
| 16. Delaware | $58,240 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a meter reader make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $29.26 ($60,870 a year).
Do meter readers make more in Michigan than the national average?
Yes: $60,870 against $48,150 nationally, 26% more.
Where does Michigan rank for meter reader pay?
Michigan ranks 13 of 39 states.
Which city in Michigan pays meter readers the most?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI, with a median of $61,910 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.