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 $52,796, an HVAC Mechanic II (1-3 years)earns $61,909, an HVAC Mechanic III (3-5 years)earns $68,614, an HVAC Supervisor (5+ years)earns $80,651,

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 Rhode Island

How much does a HVAC Apprentice make in Rhode Island?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a HVAC Apprentice in Rhode Island is $53,159 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $62,577
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,888 to $58,089
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,000

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HVAC Apprentice Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,089	$4,841	$1,117	$28
Average	$53,159	$4,430	$1,022	$26
25th Percentile	$48,888	$4,074	$940	$24

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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:

Adamsville: $54,031
Albion: $53,133
Ashaway: $54,236

Adamsville, RI $54,031 Albion, RI $53,133 Ashaway, RI $54,236 Barrington, RI $53,133 Block Island, RI $53,954 Bradford, RI $54,200 Bristol, RI $53,082 Carolina, RI $53,759

Charlestown, RI $53,815 Chepachet, RI $53,031 Clayville, RI $53,082 Coventry, RI $53,031 West Greenwich, RI $52,995 East Greenwich, RI $53,067 Exeter, RI $54,200 Fiskeville, RI $53,133

Forestdale, RI $53,082 Foster, RI $52,995 Glendale, RI $52,995 Greene, RI $53,590 Greenville, RI $53,133 Harmony, RI $53,118 Harrisville, RI $53,031 Hope, RI $53,133

Hope Valley, RI $54,236 Hopkinton, RI $54,251 Jamestown, RI $53,708 Kenyon, RI $54,184 Little Compton, RI $54,010 Manville, RI $53,133 Mapleville, RI $52,995 Newport, RI $53,718

Middletown, RI $53,943 North Kingstown, RI $52,979 North Scituate, RI $53,118 Oakland, RI $53,046 Pascoag, RI $53,015 Pawtucket, RI $53,133 Central Falls, RI $53,133 Cumberland, RI $53,133

Lincoln, RI $53,133 Portsmouth, RI $53,502 Prudence Island, RI $53,031 Rockville, RI $54,251 Saunderstown, RI $53,738 Shannock, RI $54,169 Slatersville, RI $53,082 Slocum, RI $53,738

Tiverton, RI $54,046 Wakefield, RI $53,682 Kingston, RI $53,692 Narragansett, RI $53,702 Peace Dale, RI $53,682 Warren, RI $53,118 Warwick, RI $53,133 Westerly, RI $54,266

West Kingston, RI $53,723 West Warwick, RI $53,133 Wood River Junction, RI $54,200 Woonsocket, RI $53,082 North Smithfield, RI $53,118 Wyoming, RI $54,184 Providence, RI $53,133 Cranston, RI $53,133

North Providence, RI $53,133 East Providence, RI $53,133 Riverside, RI $53,133 Rumford, RI $53,133 Smithfield, RI $53,133 Johnston, RI $53,133

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

$48,888

Average $53,159/year

$58,089

$4,074

Average $4,430/month

$4,841

$940

Average $1,022/week

$1,117

$24

Average $26/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,089	$4,841	$1,117	$28
Average	$53,159	$4,430	$1,022	$26
25th Percentile	$48,888	$4,074	$940	$24

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