HVAC Supervisor Salary in the United States

How much does an HVAC Supervisor make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an HVAC Supervisor in the United States is $79,402 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

However, an HVAC Supervisor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $98,568
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,860 to $89,434
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,993
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HVAC Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $89,434 $7,453 $1,720 $43
Average $79,402 $6,617 $1,527 $38
25th Percentile $71,860 $5,988 $1,382 $35
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Key Factors That Influence HVAC Supervisor Salaries

An HVAC 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects HVAC Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an HVAC 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $76,588
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $76,926
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $77,713
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $80,151
  • Expert (over 8 years): $83,145
Levels Salary
Entry Level HVAC Supervisor$76,588
Intermediate Level HVAC Supervisor$76,926
Senior Level HVAC Supervisor$77,713
Specialist Level HVAC Supervisor$80,151
Expert Level HVAC Supervisor$83,145
$76,588 0 yr
$76,926 < 2 yrs
$77,713 2-4 yrs
$80,151 5-8 yrs
$83,145 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for HVAC Supervisors

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:

  • San Jose: $100,150
  • San Francisco: $99,053
  • Oakland: $96,966

What Skills Can Increase an HVAC Supervisor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 7.55% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Customer Satisfaction (Mentioned in 1.89% Job Postings): Customer satisfaction (often abbreviated as CSAT, more correctly CSat) is a term frequently used in marketing. It is a measure of how products and services supplied by a company meet or surpass customer expectation. Customer satisfaction is defined as "the number of customers, or percentage of total customers, whose reported experience with a firm, its products, or its services (ratings) exceeds specified satisfaction goals." The Marketing Accountability Standards Board (MASB) endorses the definitions, purposes, and constructs of classes of measures that appear in Marketing Metrics as part of its ongoing Common Language in Marketing Project. In a survey of nearly 200 senior marketing managers, 71 percent responded that they found a customer satisfaction metric very useful in managing and monitoring their businesses. It is seen as a key performance indicator within business and is often part of a Balanced Scorecard. In a competitive marketplace where businesses compete for customers, customer satisfaction is seen as a key differentiator and increasingly has become a key element of business strategy.
  • Operations Support (Mentioned in 1.26% Job Postings): A process invoices; approve purchase orders and negotiate with vendors; coordinate deliveries of supplies; and manage calendars.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 7.55%
Customer Satisfaction 1.89%
Operations Support 1.26%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an HVAC Supervisor's salary.
  • Energy Efficiency: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
  • Professional Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Team Operations: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Energy Efficiency
$94,488
19%
Professional Communication
$88,930
12%
Team Operations
$88,930
12%
Construction Management
$88,136
11%
Honesty and Integrity
$87,342
10%
Service Operations
$87,342
10%
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How Education impacts an HVAC Supervisor's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many HVAC Supervisors enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an HVAC Supervisor with a Associate's Degree is between $78,093 and $84,578).

HVAC Supervisor Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for HVAC Supervisor
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 46.2%
High School 46.2%
Associates 34.6%
Bachelors 11.5%
Masters 7.7%
Doctorate 0.0%
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HVAC Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an HVAC 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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

Salary Trends for HVAC Supervisor

Salaries for an HVAC Supervisor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $74,281 in 2023 to around $73,579 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of HVAC Supervisor salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of HVAC Supervisor Over Time

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2024
$74,015
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2024 $74,015
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FAQ about HVAC Supervisor

1. Where can an HVAC Supervisor earn the most?

An HVAC Supervisor's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, an HVAC Supervisor earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of an HVAC Supervisor is $100,150.

2. What is the highest pay for HVAC Supervisor?

The highest pay for HVAC Supervisor is $98,568.

3. What is the lowest pay for HVAC Supervisor?

The lowest pay for HVAC Supervisor is $64,993.

4. What are the responsibilities of HVAC Supervisor?

Supervises and coordinates the operations, maintenance and service repairs on heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems. Oversees the installation of new units and replacement parts and ensures work is completed according to company, product, or engineering specifications and established safety guidelines. Conducts quality testing and inspections. May authorize equipment, supplies, parts, or repairs purchases. May require a bachelor's degree. Requires an HVAC Mechanical State License and EPA Section 608 Certification (CFC). Typically reports to a manager. Supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. Typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision.

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