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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a HVAC Field Supervisor in California is $87,600 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.
However, a HVAC Field Supervisor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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HVAC Field Supervisor Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $98,700 | $8,225 | $1,898 | $47 |
| Average | $87,600 | $7,300 | $1,685 | $42 |
| 25th Percentile | $79,300 | $6,608 | $1,525 | $38 |
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A HVAC Field Supervisor's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a HVAC Field Supervisor's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level HVAC Field Supervisor | $84,561 |
| Intermediate Level HVAC Field Supervisor | $84,936 |
| Senior Level HVAC Field Supervisor | $85,812 |
| Specialist Level HVAC Field Supervisor | $88,512 |
| Expert Level HVAC Field Supervisor | $91,804 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract HVAC Field Supervisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
HVAC Field Supervisor salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $98,063. While startup companies pay approximate $82,959.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $82,959 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $87,739 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $94,697 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $98,063 |
For HVAC Field Supervisor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, HVAC Field Supervisor positions in Financial Services or Biotechnology typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view HVAC Field Supervisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy & Utilities | $122,640 | $59.0 | 40% |
| Aerospace & Defense | $113,880 | $55.0 | 30% |
| Business Services | $109,500 | $53.0 | 25% |
| Media | $105,120 | $51.0 | 20% |
| Retail & Wholesale | $103,368 | $50.0 | 18% |
Understanding how a HVAC Field Supervisor's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $98,700 | $8,225 | $1,898 | $47 |
| Average | $87,600 | $7,300 | $1,685 | $42 |
| 25th Percentile | $79,300 | $6,608 | $1,525 | $38 |
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