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Meter Readers, Utilities average salary by city in Alabama
- Huntsville$54,710
- Daphne$53,610
- Birmingham$52,230
- Tuscaloosa$42,730
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huntsville | $54,710 | $46,190 | $40,490 | $43,863 | 93 |
| Daphne | $53,610 | $49,660 | $42,850 | $43,028 | 95 |
| Birmingham | $52,230 | $49,110 | $45,750 | $41,980 | 92 |
| Tuscaloosa | $42,730 | $40,500 | $38,480 | $34,764 | 88 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; city occupational taxes (for example in Birmingham and Gadsden) are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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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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