2024-2025 HVAC Technician Salary Guide
Explore comprehensive earnings data, career growth trajectories, and regional pay variances sourced from BLS, Payscale, and industry reports.
Median Annual Salary
National median for HVAC mechanics
Projected Growth
Job growth rate (2024-2034)
Highest Paying State
Based on state averages
Mid-Level Increase
Average jump from Entry to Mid
Historical Salary Trends
Median annual wage over the last decade with 2025 projection
Salary by Experience Level
Career earning trajectory from Entry to Supervisor
National Income Percentiles
Range of earnings across the entire profession
Texas Metro Area Spotlight
Regional deep-dive for high-demand Texas cities
Insight: While Austin has the highest average, industrial demand in Dallas-FW and Houston suggests stronger growth potential in Q4 2024.
Interactive State-by-State Map
Explore projected salary points across all 50 states. Sample data for high-traffic states below.
Market Insights & Qualitative Data
Annual Openings
Average annual job openings through 2034
Certification Premium
Bonus for NATE-Certified technicians
Commercial Gap
Commercial pay variance over Residential
Specialization Spotlight
Data Center Technicians and specialist roles can earn up to $150k annually.