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

What industry pays the highest salary for HVAC Maintenance Technician?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for HVAC Maintenance Technician roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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 $52,090, an HVAC Maintenance Technician (1-3 years)earns $61,078, an HVAC Mechanic III (3-5 years)earns $67,715, an HVAC Supervisor (5+ years)earns $79,601,

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 $67,212, California $66,957, Massachusetts $66,065. 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: $79,490; HVAC Installation Technician III: $67,600; HVAC Maintenance Technician III: $67,560; HVAC Mechanic III: $67,555; HVAC Installation Technician II: $61,000.

HVAC Maintenance Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does an HVAC Maintenance Technician make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an HVAC Maintenance Technician in Delaware is $61,476 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,798
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,556 to $66,879
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,167

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HVAC Maintenance Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,879	$5,573	$1,286	$32
Average	$61,476	$5,123	$1,182	$30
25th Percentile	$55,556	$4,630	$1,068	$27

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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: $67,212.
California: $66,957.
Massachusetts: $66,065.

District of Columbia $67,212 California $66,957 Massachusetts $66,065 Washington $65,822 New Jersey $65,798 Alaska $65,713 Connecticut $64,875 New York $64,535

Hawaii $63,449 Rhode Island $62,939 Maryland $62,593 Minnesota $62,119 Colorado $61,937 Illinois $61,876 Oregon $61,646 Delaware $61,476

New Hampshire $61,369 Virginia $61,130 Pennsylvania $60,432 Nevada $60,080 North Dakota $59,964 Michigan $59,782 Wisconsin $59,715 Vermont $59,582

Texas $59,211 Maine $59,187 Arizona $59,151 Ohio $59,108 Georgia $58,550 Indiana $58,271 Wyoming $58,216 Utah $58,131

Iowa $58,094 Kansas $57,803 Louisiana $57,718 North Carolina $57,688 Missouri $57,676 Florida $57,439 Montana $57,311 Nebraska $57,190

Kentucky $57,123 South Carolina $56,880 Tennessee $56,729 Idaho $56,668 New Mexico $56,225 Oklahoma $56,128 Alabama $55,769 South Dakota $55,169

Arkansas $54,841 West Virginia $54,665 Mississippi $54,137

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:

Lincoln: $61,199
Little Creek: $61,647
Magnolia: $61,558

Lincoln, DE $61,199 Little Creek, DE $61,647 Magnolia, DE $61,558 Milford, DE $61,354 Marydel, DE $61,455 Millsboro, DE $60,942 Millville, DE $61,036 Milton, DE $61,142

Nassau, DE $61,186 Ocean View, DE $61,026 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,143 Seaford, DE $61,178 Selbyville, DE $60,925 Smyrna, DE $61,689 Viola, DE $61,405 Woodside, DE $61,570

Bear, DE $61,428 Newark, DE $61,405 Claymont, DE $61,531 Delaware City, DE $61,467 Hockessin, DE $61,400 Kirkwood, DE $61,455 Middletown, DE $61,479 Montchanin, DE $61,414

New Castle, DE $61,423 Odessa, DE $61,509 Port Penn, DE $61,550 Rockland, DE $61,420 Saint Georges, DE $61,459 Townsend, DE $61,554 Winterthur, DE $61,427 Lewes, DE $61,166

Wilmington, DE $61,403 Dover, DE $61,647 Dover Afb, DE $61,322 Bethany Beach, DE $60,962 Bethel, DE $61,025 Bridgeville, DE $61,169 Camden Wyoming, DE $61,473 Cheswold, DE $61,627

Clayton, DE $61,629 Dagsboro, DE $60,919 Delmar, DE $60,821 Ellendale, DE $61,006 Felton, DE $61,349 Fenwick Island, DE $60,932 Frankford, DE $60,826 Frederica, DE $61,410

Georgetown, DE $60,896 Greenwood, DE $61,178 Harbeson, DE $60,961 Harrington, DE $61,272 Hartly, DE $61,462 Houston, DE $61,184 Kenton, DE $61,632 Laurel, DE $60,860

Yorklyn, DE $61,418

HVAC Maintenance Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For HVAC Maintenance Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 67% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, HVAC Maintenance Technician positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view HVAC Maintenance Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an HVAC Maintenance Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Internet	$76,845	$37.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$73,771	$35.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$72,541	$35.0	18%
Insurance	$67,623	$33.0	10%
Healthcare	$66,394	$32.0	8%

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 July 01, 2026

$55,556

Average $61,476/year

$66,879

$4,630

Average $5,123/month

$5,573

$1,068

Average $1,182/week

$1,286

$27

Average $30/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,879	$5,573	$1,286	$32
Average	$61,476	$5,123	$1,182	$30
25th Percentile	$55,556	$4,630	$1,068	$27

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