How much does a meter reader make in Washington?
$65,900a year
Median yearly pay for meter readers in Washington. That is $31.68 an hour or $5,492 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.68
- Vs. national median
- +37%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 390
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,300Median: $65,900Highest 10%: $106,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,300 | $20.34 | |
| 25th | $59,990 | $28.84 | |
| Median | $65,900 | $31.68 | |
| 75th | $78,970 | $37.97 | |
| 90th | $106,300 | $51.12 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $74,030 |
| Portland, OR | $65,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for meter readers.
| 3. Nevada | $76,120 |
| 4. Minnesota | $73,930 |
| 5. Colorado | $66,550 |
| 6. Washington | $65,900 |
| 7. Connecticut | $64,180 |
| 8. Oregon | $63,660 |
| 9. New Jersey | $63,030 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a meter reader make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $31.68 ($65,900 a year).
Do meter readers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $65,900 against $48,150 nationally, 37% more.
Where does Washington rank for meter reader pay?
Washington ranks 6 of 39 states.
Which city in Washington pays meter readers the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $74,030 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.