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HVAC Technician salary
HVAC technicians install and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.
Median annual
$59,000
Median hourly
$28
Top 10% earn
$88,000+
Salary range
Bottom 10%$40,000
Median$59,000
Top 10%$88,000
HVAC Technician salary by experience level
How pay typically progresses from a first job to a senior role, modelled from the reported national pay distribution.
| Experience | Years | Annual | Hourly | vs median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry level | 0–2 years | $44,600 | $21 | -24% |
| Early career | 2–5 years | $52,700 | $25 | -11% |
| Mid career | 5–10 years | $63,100 | $30 | +7% |
| Senior / experienced | 10+ years | $78,300 | $38 | +33% |
- Entry level: Starting pay for newly qualified hvac technicians, before specialisation or overtime.
- Early career: Pay rises quickly once you can work independently and take on harder assignments.
- Mid career: Most workers sit around this level, often with a specialism or a first supervisory role.
- Senior / experienced: Lead, senior or management roles, plus the highest-paying employers and locations.
Career details
Education
Postsecondary HVAC program or apprenticeship plus EPA certification.
Job outlook
9% growth through 2033 — faster than average.
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