HVAC Mechanics & Installers

Install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.

SOC Code: 49-9021 | Category: Mechanical & Maintenance

National Median Salary

$59,810

$28.75/hr

Total Employment

396,870

10-Year Growth

+5.7%

Top-Paying State

Alaska ($83,660)

+5.7% projected growth

Faster than average (national avg: +4%, +1.7pp)

Salary by Percentile

Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners

$39,130 (entry)$59,810 (median)$91,020 (top)

Salary Trend

Median salary, 20192024

+19.9%

$10,450 total

Best States for HVAC Mechanics & Installers

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State Rankings

Rank StateMedian
1AlaskaAK$83,660
2District of ColumbiaDC$83,390
3MassachusettsMA$76,990
4ConnecticutCT$73,910
5MinnesotaMN$73,390
6IllinoisIL$71,620
7New JerseyNJ$69,800
8WashingtonWA$67,630
9North DakotaND$66,770
10New YorkNY$66,670

About HVAC Mechanics & Installers

Install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.

HVAC Mechanics & Installers Salary by State

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