What are the main factors that influence a Meter Maintenance Technician's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Meter Maintenance Technician's salary?

A Meter Maintenance Technician's salary grows with experience: a Meter Reader (0-1 years)earns $56,940, a Meter Maintenance Technician (3-5 years)earns $90,376, a Meter Operations Supervisor (5+ years)earns $92,765,

What are the highest paying states for a Meter Maintenance Technician?

Meter Maintenance Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Meter Maintenance Technician roles are District of Columbia $98,810, California $98,435, Massachusetts $97,123. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Meter Maintenance Technician roles make?

Salaries for Meter Maintenance Technician level roles vary by specialization: Gas Meter Installation and Maintenance Mechanic: $89,300; Meter Maintenance Mechanic: $89,250; Water Meter Technician: $88,455; Meter Technician: $86,225; Electric Meter Technician: $84,787.

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Meter Maintenance Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Meter Maintenance Technician make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Meter Maintenance Technician in Delaware is $90,376 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

However, a Meter Maintenance Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $107,564
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,604 to $99,373
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,885

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Meter Maintenance Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,373	$8,281	$1,911	$48
Average	$90,376	$7,531	$1,738	$43
25th Percentile	$78,604	$6,550	$1,512	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Meter Maintenance Technician Salaries

A Meter Maintenance Technician's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Meter Maintenance Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Meter Maintenance Technician's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Meter Reader (0-1 years): $56,940
Meter Maintenance Technician (3-5 years): $90,376
Meter Operations Supervisor (5+ years): $92,765

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Meter Reader	0-1 years	$56,940
Meter Maintenance Technician	3-5 years	$90,376
Meter Operations Supervisor	5+ years	$92,765

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How Do Meter Maintenance Technician Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Meter Maintenance Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $98,810.
California: $98,435.
Massachusetts: $97,123.

District of Columbia $98,810 California $98,435 Massachusetts $97,123 Washington $96,766 New Jersey $96,730 Alaska $96,606 Connecticut $95,374 New York $94,874

Hawaii $93,277 Rhode Island $92,527 Maryland $92,018 Minnesota $91,322 Colorado $91,055 Illinois $90,965 Oregon $90,626 Delaware $90,376

New Hampshire $90,219 Virginia $89,868 Pennsylvania $88,841 Nevada $88,324 North Dakota $88,154 Michigan $87,887 Wisconsin $87,788 Vermont $87,592

Texas $87,048 Maine $87,012 Arizona $86,958 Ohio $86,896 Georgia $86,075 Indiana $85,664 Wyoming $85,584 Utah $85,459

Iowa $85,406 Kansas $84,977 Louisiana $84,852 North Carolina $84,808 Missouri $84,790 Florida $84,442 Montana $84,254 Nebraska $84,076

Kentucky $83,978 South Carolina $83,621 Tennessee $83,398 Idaho $83,308 New Mexico $82,657 Oklahoma $82,514 Alabama $81,988 South Dakota $81,104

Arkansas $80,622 West Virginia $80,363 Mississippi $79,587

Top Paying Cities for Meter Maintenance Technicians

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $89,969
Little Creek: $90,628
Magnolia: $90,498

Lincoln, DE $89,969 Little Creek, DE $90,628 Magnolia, DE $90,498 Milford, DE $90,198 Marydel, DE $90,346 Millsboro, DE $89,592 Millville, DE $89,730 Milton, DE $89,886

Nassau, DE $89,951 Ocean View, DE $89,715 Rehoboth Beach, DE $89,887 Seaford, DE $89,938 Selbyville, DE $89,566 Smyrna, DE $90,691 Viola, DE $90,273 Woodside, DE $90,516

Bear, DE $90,307 Newark, DE $90,273 Claymont, DE $90,458 Delaware City, DE $90,363 Hockessin, DE $90,265 Kirkwood, DE $90,346 Middletown, DE $90,381 Montchanin, DE $90,285

New Castle, DE $90,299 Odessa, DE $90,425 Port Penn, DE $90,486 Rockland, DE $90,294 Saint Georges, DE $90,352 Townsend, DE $90,492 Winterthur, DE $90,305 Lewes, DE $89,920

Wilmington, DE $90,269 Dover, DE $90,628 Dover Afb, DE $90,151 Bethany Beach, DE $89,620 Bethel, DE $89,713 Bridgeville, DE $89,925 Camden Wyoming, DE $90,373 Cheswold, DE $90,599

Clayton, DE $90,601 Dagsboro, DE $89,558 Delmar, DE $89,414 Ellendale, DE $89,686 Felton, DE $90,191 Fenwick Island, DE $89,578 Frankford, DE $89,421 Frederica, DE $90,280

Georgetown, DE $89,524 Greenwood, DE $89,939 Harbeson, DE $89,620 Harrington, DE $90,077 Hartly, DE $90,357 Houston, DE $89,948 Kenton, DE $90,606 Laurel, DE $89,471

Yorklyn, DE $90,292

Meter Maintenance Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Meter Maintenance Technician's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$78,604

Average $90,376/year

$99,373

$6,550

Average $7,531/month

$8,281

$1,512

Average $1,738/week

$1,911

$38

Average $43/hour

$48

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,373	$8,281	$1,911	$48
Average	$90,376	$7,531	$1,738	$43
25th Percentile	$78,604	$6,550	$1,512	$38

Meter Maintenance Technician Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Meter Maintenance Technician, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Meter Maintenance Technician Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Electric and Gas Operations Supervisor	$99,166	10%
Meter Operations Supervisor	$92,765	3%
Oil and Gas Field Supervisor	$99,166	10%

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