What are the main factors that influence a HVAC Apprentice's salary?

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

How does experience change A HVAC Apprentice's salary?

A HVAC Apprentice's salary grows with experience: an HVAC Apprentice (0-1 years)earns $51,569, an HVAC Mechanic II (1-3 years)earns $60,470, an HVAC Mechanic III (3-5 years)earns $67,019, an HVAC Supervisor (5+ years)earns $78,776,

What are the highest paying states for a HVAC Apprentice?

HVAC Apprentice salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for HVAC Apprentice roles are District of Columbia $56,768, California $56,553, Massachusetts $55,799. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of HVAC Apprentice roles make?

Salaries for HVAC Apprentice level roles vary by specialization: HVAC Estimator: $87,205; HVAC Supervisor: $79,384; HVAC Engineer: $77,666; Journeyman HVAC: $69,989; HVAC Mechanic: $62,559.

HVAC Apprentice Salary in Delaware

How much does a HVAC Apprentice make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a HVAC Apprentice in Delaware is $51,923 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $61,122
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,752 to $56,738
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,954

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HVAC Apprentice Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,738	$4,728	$1,091	$27
Average	$51,923	$4,327	$999	$25
25th Percentile	$47,752	$3,979	$918	$23

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Key Factors That Influence HVAC Apprentice Salaries

A HVAC Apprentice'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 Apprentice 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 Apprentices. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $56,768.
California: $56,553.
Massachusetts: $55,799.

District of Columbia $56,768 California $56,553 Massachusetts $55,799 Washington $55,594 New Jersey $55,574 Alaska $55,502 Connecticut $54,794 New York $54,507

Hawaii $53,590 Rhode Island $53,159 Maryland $52,867 Minnesota $52,467 Colorado $52,313 Illinois $52,262 Oregon $52,067 Delaware $51,923

New Hampshire $51,833 Virginia $51,631 Pennsylvania $51,041 Nevada $50,744 North Dakota $50,647 Michigan $50,493 Wisconsin $50,436 Vermont $50,324

Texas $50,011 Maine $49,990 Arizona $49,960 Ohio $49,924 Georgia $49,452 Indiana $49,216 Wyoming $49,170 Utah $49,098

Iowa $49,067 Kansas $48,821 Louisiana $48,750 North Carolina $48,724 Missouri $48,714 Florida $48,514 Montana $48,406 Nebraska $48,303

Kentucky $48,247 South Carolina $48,042 Tennessee $47,914 Idaho $47,863 New Mexico $47,488 Oklahoma $47,406 Alabama $47,104 South Dakota $46,596

Arkansas $46,319 West Virginia $46,171 Mississippi $45,724

Top Paying Cities for HVAC Apprentices

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: $53,738
Little Creek: $53,241
Magnolia: $53,461

Lincoln, DE $53,738 Little Creek, DE $53,241 Magnolia, DE $53,461 Milford, DE $53,738 Marydel, DE $53,041 Millsboro, DE $53,738 Millville, DE $54,097 Milton, DE $53,738

Nassau, DE $53,738 Ocean View, DE $54,097 Rehoboth Beach, DE $54,097 Seaford, DE $53,174 Selbyville, DE $54,097 Smyrna, DE $52,979 Viola, DE $53,461 Woodside, DE $53,308

Bear, DE $52,590 Newark, DE $52,610 Claymont, DE $52,651 Delaware City, DE $52,610 Hockessin, DE $52,651 Kirkwood, DE $52,610 Middletown, DE $52,872 Montchanin, DE $52,651

New Castle, DE $52,651 Odessa, DE $52,944 Port Penn, DE $52,467 Rockland, DE $52,651 Saint Georges, DE $52,610 Townsend, DE $52,867 Winterthur, DE $52,651 Lewes, DE $53,738

Wilmington, DE $52,651 Dover, DE $53,215 Dover Afb, DE $53,338 Bethany Beach, DE $54,097 Bethel, DE $53,174 Bridgeville, DE $53,738 Camden Wyoming, DE $53,272 Cheswold, DE $53,092

Clayton, DE $52,959 Dagsboro, DE $54,097 Delmar, DE $53,174 Ellendale, DE $53,738 Felton, DE $53,738 Fenwick Island, DE $54,097 Frankford, DE $54,097 Frederica, DE $53,738

Georgetown, DE $53,738 Greenwood, DE $53,738 Harbeson, DE $53,738 Harrington, DE $53,738 Hartly, DE $52,933 Houston, DE $53,738 Kenton, DE $52,959 Laurel, DE $53,174

Yorklyn, DE $52,651

HVAC Apprentice Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a HVAC Apprentice'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 February 01, 2026

$47,752

Average $51,923/year

$56,738

$3,979

Average $4,327/month

$4,728

$918

Average $999/week

$1,091

$23

Average $25/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,738	$4,728	$1,091	$27
Average	$51,923	$4,327	$999	$25
25th Percentile	$47,752	$3,979	$918	$23

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