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

A HVAC Tech's salary grows with experience: an HVAC Mechanic I (0-1 years)earns $52,822, an HVAC Tech (1-3 years)earns $61,937, an HVAC Mechanic III (3-5 years)earns $68,655, an HVAC Supervisor (5+ years)earns $80,702,

What are the highest paying states for a HVAC Tech?

HVAC Tech salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for HVAC Tech roles are District of Columbia $68,157, California $67,898, Massachusetts $66,993. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of HVAC Tech roles make?

Salaries for HVAC Tech level roles vary by specialization: HVAC Estimator: $87,216; HVAC Supervisor: $79,396; HVAC Engineer: $77,666; Journeyman HVAC: $70,029; HVAC Mechanic: $62,557.

HVAC Tech Salary in Delaware

How much does a HVAC Tech make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a HVAC Tech in Delaware is $62,339 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,793
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,328 to $67,811
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,855

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HVAC Tech Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,811	$5,651	$1,304	$33
Average	$62,339	$5,195	$1,199	$30
25th Percentile	$56,328	$4,694	$1,083	$27

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Key Factors That Influence HVAC Tech Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $68,157.
California: $67,898.
Massachusetts: $66,993.

District of Columbia $68,157 California $67,898 Massachusetts $66,993 Washington $66,747 New Jersey $66,722 Alaska $66,636 Connecticut $65,787 New York $65,442

Hawaii $64,340 Rhode Island $63,823 Maryland $63,472 Minnesota $62,992 Colorado $62,807 Illinois $62,746 Oregon $62,512 Delaware $62,339

New Hampshire $62,231 Virginia $61,989 Pennsylvania $61,281 Nevada $60,924 North Dakota $60,807 Michigan $60,622 Wisconsin $60,554 Vermont $60,419

Texas $60,043 Maine $60,019 Arizona $59,982 Ohio $59,939 Georgia $59,372 Indiana $59,089 Wyoming $59,034 Utah $58,948

Iowa $58,911 Kansas $58,615 Louisiana $58,529 North Carolina $58,498 Missouri $58,486 Florida $58,246 Montana $58,117 Nebraska $57,994

Kentucky $57,926 South Carolina $57,680 Tennessee $57,526 Idaho $57,464 New Mexico $57,015 Oklahoma $56,916 Alabama $56,553 South Dakota $55,944

Arkansas $55,611 West Virginia $55,433 Mississippi $54,897

Top Paying Cities for HVAC Teches

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: $64,519
Little Creek: $63,922
Magnolia: $64,186

Lincoln, DE $64,519 Little Creek, DE $63,922 Magnolia, DE $64,186 Milford, DE $64,519 Marydel, DE $63,681 Millsboro, DE $64,519 Millville, DE $64,950 Milton, DE $64,519

Nassau, DE $64,519 Ocean View, DE $64,950 Rehoboth Beach, DE $64,950 Seaford, DE $63,841 Selbyville, DE $64,950 Smyrna, DE $63,608 Viola, DE $64,186 Woodside, DE $64,002

Bear, DE $63,140 Newark, DE $63,164 Claymont, DE $63,214 Delaware City, DE $63,164 Hockessin, DE $63,214 Kirkwood, DE $63,164 Middletown, DE $63,478 Montchanin, DE $63,214

New Castle, DE $63,214 Odessa, DE $63,564 Port Penn, DE $62,992 Rockland, DE $63,214 Saint Georges, DE $63,164 Townsend, DE $63,472 Winterthur, DE $63,214 Lewes, DE $64,519

Wilmington, DE $63,214 Dover, DE $63,891 Dover Afb, DE $64,038 Bethany Beach, DE $64,950 Bethel, DE $63,841 Bridgeville, DE $64,519 Camden Wyoming, DE $63,958 Cheswold, DE $63,743

Clayton, DE $63,583 Dagsboro, DE $64,950 Delmar, DE $63,841 Ellendale, DE $64,519 Felton, DE $64,519 Fenwick Island, DE $64,950 Frankford, DE $64,950 Frederica, DE $64,519

Georgetown, DE $64,519 Greenwood, DE $64,519 Harbeson, DE $64,519 Harrington, DE $64,519 Hartly, DE $63,552 Houston, DE $64,519 Kenton, DE $63,583 Laurel, DE $63,841

Yorklyn, DE $63,214

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

Understanding how a HVAC Tech'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 April 01, 2026

$56,328

Average $62,339/year

$67,811

$4,694

Average $5,195/month

$5,651

$1,083

Average $1,199/week

$1,304

$27

Average $30/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,811	$5,651	$1,304	$33
Average	$62,339	$5,195	$1,199	$30
25th Percentile	$56,328	$4,694	$1,083	$27

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