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Meter Readers, Utilities average salary by city in North Carolina
- Charlotte$49,610
- Raleigh$48,890
- Greensboro$46,870
- Winston-Salem$46,300
- Wilmington$39,220
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte | $49,610 | $45,980 | $40,340 | $40,571 | 97 |
| Raleigh | $48,890 | $44,470 | $39,690 | $40,021 | 98 |
| Greensboro | $46,870 | $42,560 | $42,250 | $38,479 | 93 |
| Winston-Salem | $46,300 | $44,020 | $39,850 | $38,043 | 92 |
| Wilmington | $39,220 | $37,630 | $32,800 | $32,637 | 96 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Meter Readers, Utilities salary in other states
More about pay in North Carolina
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 43-5041.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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