What are the main factors that influence an HVAC Maintenance Technician's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An HVAC Maintenance Technician's salary?

An HVAC Maintenance Technician's salary grows with experience: an HVAC Mechanic I (0-1 years)earns $56,951, an HVAC Maintenance Technician (1-3 years)earns $66,780, an HVAC Mechanic III (3-5 years)earns $74,010, an HVAC Supervisor (5+ years)earns $86,992,

What are the highest paying states for an HVAC Maintenance Technician?

HVAC Maintenance Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for HVAC Maintenance Technician roles are District of Columbia $67,215, California $66,960, Massachusetts $66,067. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of HVAC Maintenance Technician roles make?

Salaries for HVAC Maintenance Technician level roles vary by specialization: HVAC Maintenance Supervisor: $79,390; HVAC Installation Technician III: $67,600; HVAC Maintenance Technician III: $67,540; HVAC Mechanic III: $67,533; HVAC Installation Technician II: $61,000.

HVAC Maintenance Technician Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an HVAC Maintenance Technician make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an HVAC Maintenance Technician in District of Columbia is $67,215 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $78,502
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $60,728 to $73,123
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $54,822

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HVAC Maintenance Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,123	$6,094	$1,406	$35
Average	$67,215	$5,601	$1,293	$32
25th Percentile	$60,728	$5,061	$1,168	$29

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Key Factors That Influence HVAC Maintenance Technician Salaries

An HVAC Maintenance Technician'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.

How Do HVAC Maintenance Technician Salaries Vary from State to State?

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 Maintenance Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $67,215.
California: $66,960.
Massachusetts: $66,067.

District of Columbia $67,215 California $66,960 Massachusetts $66,067 Washington $65,824 New Jersey $65,800 Alaska $65,715 Connecticut $64,877 New York $64,537

Hawaii $63,451 Rhode Island $62,941 Maryland $62,595 Minnesota $62,121 Colorado $61,939 Illinois $61,878 Oregon $61,648 Delaware $61,478

New Hampshire $61,371 Virginia $61,132 Pennsylvania $60,434 Nevada $60,082 North Dakota $59,966 Michigan $59,784 Wisconsin $59,717 Vermont $59,584

Texas $59,213 Maine $59,189 Arizona $59,153 Ohio $59,110 Georgia $58,552 Indiana $58,272 Wyoming $58,218 Utah $58,133

Iowa $58,096 Kansas $57,805 Louisiana $57,720 North Carolina $57,690 Missouri $57,678 Florida $57,441 Montana $57,313 Nebraska $57,192

Kentucky $57,125 South Carolina $56,882 Tennessee $56,731 Idaho $56,670 New Mexico $56,227 Oklahoma $56,130 Alabama $55,771 South Dakota $55,170

Arkansas $54,843 West Virginia $54,666 Mississippi $54,138

Top Paying Cities for HVAC Maintenance Technicians

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:

Parcel Return Service: $67,215
Washington: $67,215
Naval Anacost Annex: $67,215

Parcel Return Service, DC $67,215 Washington, DC $67,215 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $67,215 Washington Navy Yard, DC $67,215

HVAC Maintenance Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an HVAC Maintenance Technician'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 January 01, 2026

$60,728

Average $67,215/year

$73,123

$5,061

Average $5,601/month

$6,094

$1,168

Average $1,293/week

$1,406

$29

Average $32/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,123	$6,094	$1,406	$35
Average	$67,215	$5,601	$1,293	$32
25th Percentile	$60,728	$5,061	$1,168	$29

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