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Meter Readers, Utilities average salary by city in South Carolina
- Charleston$51,860
- Greenville$49,100
- Myrtle Beach$47,320
- Columbia$46,920
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston | $51,860 | $50,570 | $48,980 | $42,727 | 101 |
| Greenville | $49,100 | $48,480 | $37,100 | $40,692 | 93 |
| Myrtle Beach | $47,320 | $46,220 | $39,370 | $39,380 | 94 |
| Columbia | $46,920 | $43,270 | $39,330 | $39,085 | 94 |
*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 South 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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