BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Meter Readers, Utilities in Iowa earn between $42,530 and $73,560, with a mean of $58,550. The national average for this role is $55,419.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| Iowa | $58,550 |
| National Average | $55,419 |
| California | $79,610 |
| Washington | $73,150 |
| Nevada | $72,100 |
| Pennsylvania | $71,010 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. Iowa. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.