HVAC Technician Salary
Average pay, percentile breakdowns, and city-by-city comparison for HVAC Technicians in the United States.
Median Salary
$59,810
Mean Salary
$62,830
Employment
425,200
Category
Installation and Maintenance
Salary Percentiles for HVAC Technicians
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Monthly | Hourly (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th (Entry) | $39,130 | $3,261 | $19 |
| 25th | $47,610 | $3,968 | $23 |
| 50th (Median) | $59,810 | $4,984 | $29 |
| 75th | $75,570 | $6,298 | $36 |
| 90th (Senior) | $91,020 | $7,585 | $44 |
HVAC Technician Salary by City
| City | Adjusted Median | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | $68,782 | +15% |
| San Francisco, CA | $72,968 | +22% |
| Los Angeles, CA | $66,987 | +12% |
| Chicago, IL | $62,202 | +4% |
| Houston, TX | $58,614 | -2% |
| Austin, TX | $62,801 | +5% |
| Seattle, WA | $70,576 | +18% |
| Boston, MA | $68,183 | +14% |
| Denver, CO | $63,399 | +6% |
| Washington, DC | $69,380 | +16% |
| Miami, FL | $61,006 | +2% |
| Atlanta, GA | $61,604 | +3% |
| Dallas, TX | $60,408 | +1% |
| Philadelphia, PA | $62,801 | +5% |
| Phoenix, AZ | $59,212 | -1% |
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About HVAC Technician Salaries in 2025
The median annual salary for HVAC Technicians in the United States is $59,810, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This means half of all HVAC Technicians earn more than this amount, and half earn less.
At the entry level (10th percentile), HVAC Technicians earn around $39,130, while the highest earners (90th percentile) make $91,020 or more. There are approximately 425,200 HVAC Technicians employed across the country in the Installation and Maintenance sector.