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HVAC Technician Salary

HVAC technicians install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems in homes and commercial buildings.

Median: $51,390 Growth: 5% BLS Data

HVAC Technician Salary Range

Entry Level

$34,000

0-2 years

Mid Career

$52,000

5-10 years

Senior Level

$72,000

10+ years

Salary Percentiles

10th Percentile $32,210

25th Percentile $39,560

Median (50th) $51,390

75th Percentile $66,580

90th Percentile $80,820

Top Paying States for HVAC Technicians

1 Alaska

$75,000

2 Connecticut

$72,000

3 Massachusetts

$70,000

4 Hawaii

$68,000

5 New Jersey

$66,000

Job Outlook & Education

Growth Rate

+5%

Above Average

Education

Postsecondary training and EPA certification

How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make?

The median annual salary for a hvac technician in the United States is $51,390 as of 2026. This means half of hvac technicians earn more than this amount, and half earn less.

Salary by Experience Level

Entry Level (0-2 years): $34,000
Mid Career (5-10 years): $52,000
Senior Level (10+ years): $72,000

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Hourly Equivalent

Based on 2,080 work hours/year

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What Can a HVAC Technician Afford?

Based on median salary of $51,390

Max Rent $1,299/mo

Max Car Payment $519/mo

Monthly Savings $686/mo

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