Meter Readers, Utilities
Read electric, gas, water, or steam consumption meters and enter data in route books or handheld computers.
SOC 43-5041
AI exposure: 88/100
boss tier. The score is a relative index of task exposure from 0 to 100. It is not a percentage chance of losing a job or a forecast of layoffs. Individual tasks, employer choices, adoption, and regulation all matter.
| Occupation | Exposure /100 | Median annual wage | Stored growth projection | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meter Readers, Utilities | 88 | $46,380 | -15% | 22,500 |
Skills associated with this occupation
- Physical Stamina
- Attention to Detail
- Reliability
- Communication
- Technical Knowledge
Frequently asked questions
Will AI replace Meter Readers, Utilities?
The Index cannot predict whether AI will replace an individual Meter Readers, Utilities role. Its 88/100 score is a relative estimate of task exposure, not a probability of job loss.
What does the exposure score mean?
The published value is 88/100, in the Boss band. Higher values indicate greater estimated exposure within the model. It is not a measured share of tasks or a government employment forecast.
What wage and growth figures are available?
The source profile lists $46,380 median annual wage and -15% projected growth, with no source projection window recorded. Check original source dates and local conditions before treating those as current opportunities.
Can my personal assessment differ?
Yes. A generated assessment can consider the tasks you describe; an occupation-based fallback uses a broader baseline. Both are estimates. A different result is not proof that your job has changed.
Sources and methodology
The score is a relative index of task exposure from 0 to 100. It is not a percentage chance of losing a job or a forecast of layoffs. Individual tasks, employer choices, adoption, and regulation all matter.
The Index uses stored BLS-based occupation data. O*NET, OECD capability indicators, and task-exposure research are contextual references. The derivation of the stored occupation scores is not reproducibly documented in the published dataset.
The source snapshot does not record the wage-survey year or employment-projection window. Check the original BLS release before treating these figures as current. Editorial changes and export dates do not establish data freshness.
Related occupations
| Occupation | Exposure /100 | Median annual wage | Stored growth projection | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telephone Operators | 88 | $39,740 | -15% | 5,300 |
| Medical Transcriptionists | 88 | $37,930 | -6% | 48,300 |
| Word Processors and Typists | 92 | $44,150 | -22% | 36,800 |
| Cashiers | 92 | $30,710 | -10% | 3,336,300 |
| Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks | 82 | $47,080 | -10% | 49,600 |
| Tax Preparers | 82 | $48,060 | -1% | 62,700 |
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