How much does a Metering Technician make in Columbia, SC?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Metering Technician in Columbia, SC is $80,773. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $65,995 to a high of $97,885, with most professionals earning between $73,038 and $89,730.

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What is a Metering Technician?

A Metering Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing various types of meters used to measure and record the consumption of utilities such as electricity, gas, or water. They may also be involved in testing and calibrating meters to ensure accuracy, as well as troubleshooting and resolving any issues with metering equipment. Additionally, Metering Technicians may be required to collect and analyze data from meters to identify trends and patterns in consumption. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

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Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for Metering Technician in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Metering Technician in Columbia, SC. The base salary for Metering Technician ranges from $73,038 to $89,730 with the average base salary of $80,773. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $75,004 to $92,950 with the average total cash compensation of $83,253.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $80,773 $73,038 - $89,730
Bonus $2,481 $1,967 - $3,220
Total Pay $83,253 $75,004 - $92,950
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Sumter, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,922 - $85,902 COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Aiken, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $72,959 - $89,633 COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Rock Hill, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $76,209 - $93,626 COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Florence, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,124 - $87,379 COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Augusta, GA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $73,180 - $89,905 COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Summerville, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $74,762 - $91,848 COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Metering Engineer LOCATION Columbia, SC MINIMUM SALARY $80,004 MAXIMUM SALARY $101,205
JOB TITLE Or Technician LOCATION Columbia, SC MINIMUM SALARY $79,599 MAXIMUM SALARY $98,068
JOB TITLE Is Technician LOCATION Columbia, SC MINIMUM SALARY $45,736 MAXIMUM SALARY $55,510
JOB TITLE Technician LOCATION Columbia, SC MINIMUM SALARY $79,599 MAXIMUM SALARY $98,068
JOB TITLE Conservation Technician LOCATION Columbia, SC MINIMUM SALARY $42,667 MAXIMUM SALARY $52,238
JOB TITLE Radiation Technician LOCATION Columbia, SC MINIMUM SALARY $55,645 MAXIMUM SALARY $64,796
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About Columbia, South Carolina    One of Columbia's more prominent geographical features is its fall line, the boundary between the upland Piedmont region and the Atlantic Coastal Plai....More

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