What are the main factors that influence a Lead Hvac 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 Lead Hvac Technician?

The MFG Durable industry offers the highest average compensation for Lead Hvac Technician roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Lead Hvac Technician's salary?

A Lead Hvac Technician's salary grows with experience: starting around $55,331 for beginners, reaching about $57,116 at mid-level, and approach $60,143 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Hvac Technician?

Lead Hvac Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Hvac Technician roles are District of Columbia $62,616, California $62,379, Massachusetts $61,547. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Hvac Technician roles make?

Salaries for Lead Hvac Technician level roles vary by specialization: HVAC Installation Lead: $79,420; HVAC Supervisor: $79,413; Master Hvac Technician: $68,270; HVAC Technician: $61,343; HVAC Maintenance Technician II: $60,940.

Lead Hvac Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Hvac Technician make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Hvac Technician in Delaware is $57,272 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, a Lead Hvac Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $65,254
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,683 to $61,450
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,595

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Lead Hvac Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,450	$5,121	$1,182	$30
Average	$57,272	$4,773	$1,101	$28
25th Percentile	$51,683	$4,307	$994	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Hvac Technician Salaries

A Lead Hvac 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 Experience Level Affects Lead Hvac Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Hvac Technician's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $55,331
Early Career (1-2 years): $55,719
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $57,116
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $59,293
Expert (over 8 years): $60,143

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Lead Hvac Technician	$55,331
Intermediate Level Lead Hvac Technician	$55,719
Senior Level Lead Hvac Technician	$57,116
Specialist Level Lead Hvac Technician	$59,293
Expert Level Lead Hvac Technician	$60,143

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How Do Lead Hvac 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 Lead Hvac Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $62,616.
California: $62,379.
Massachusetts: $61,547.

District of Columbia $62,616 California $62,379 Massachusetts $61,547 Washington $61,321 New Jersey $61,298 Alaska $61,219 Connecticut $60,439 New York $60,122

Hawaii $59,110 Rhode Island $58,635 Maryland $58,312 Minnesota $57,871 Colorado $57,702 Illinois $57,645 Oregon $57,430 Delaware $57,272

New Hampshire $57,172 Virginia $56,949 Pennsylvania $56,299 Nevada $55,971 North Dakota $55,864 Michigan $55,694 Wisconsin $55,632 Vermont $55,507

Texas $55,162 Maine $55,140 Arizona $55,106 Ohio $55,066 Georgia $54,546 Indiana $54,286 Wyoming $54,235 Utah $54,156

Iowa $54,122 Kansas $53,850 Louisiana $53,771 North Carolina $53,743 Missouri $53,731 Florida $53,511 Montana $53,392 Nebraska $53,279

Kentucky $53,217 South Carolina $52,991 Tennessee $52,849 Idaho $52,793 New Mexico $52,380 Oklahoma $52,289 Alabama $51,956 South Dakota $51,396

Arkansas $51,090 West Virginia $50,926 Mississippi $50,434

Top Paying Cities for Lead Hvac 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: $57,014
Little Creek: $57,431
Magnolia: $57,349

Lincoln, DE $57,014 Little Creek, DE $57,431 Magnolia, DE $57,349 Milford, DE $57,159 Marydel, DE $57,253 Millsboro, DE $56,775 Millville, DE $56,862 Milton, DE $56,961

Nassau, DE $57,002 Ocean View, DE $56,853 Rehoboth Beach, DE $56,962 Seaford, DE $56,994 Selbyville, DE $56,758 Smyrna, DE $57,471 Viola, DE $57,206 Woodside, DE $57,360

Bear, DE $57,228 Newark, DE $57,206 Claymont, DE $57,323 Delaware City, DE $57,263 Hockessin, DE $57,201 Kirkwood, DE $57,253 Middletown, DE $57,275 Montchanin, DE $57,214

New Castle, DE $57,223 Odessa, DE $57,303 Port Penn, DE $57,341 Rockland, DE $57,220 Saint Georges, DE $57,256 Townsend, DE $57,345 Winterthur, DE $57,226 Lewes, DE $56,983

Wilmington, DE $57,204 Dover, DE $57,431 Dover Afb, DE $57,129 Bethany Beach, DE $56,793 Bethel, DE $56,852 Bridgeville, DE $56,986 Camden Wyoming, DE $57,269 Cheswold, DE $57,413

Clayton, DE $57,414 Dagsboro, DE $56,753 Delmar, DE $56,662 Ellendale, DE $56,834 Felton, DE $57,154 Fenwick Island, DE $56,766 Frankford, DE $56,667 Frederica, DE $57,211

Georgetown, DE $56,732 Greenwood, DE $56,995 Harbeson, DE $56,792 Harrington, DE $57,082 Hartly, DE $57,259 Houston, DE $57,000 Kenton, DE $57,417 Laurel, DE $56,698

Yorklyn, DE $57,218

Lead Hvac Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Lead Hvac Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the MFG Durable and Chemicals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Lead Hvac Technician positions in Business Services or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Lead Hvac Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Lead Hvac Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
MFG Durable	$62,999	$30.0	10%
Chemicals	$60,135	$29.0	5%

Lead Hvac Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Hvac 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.

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$51,683

Average $57,272/year

$61,450

$4,307

Average $4,773/month

$5,121

$994

Average $1,101/week

$1,182

$25

Average $28/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,450	$5,121	$1,182	$30
Average	$57,272	$4,773	$1,101	$28
25th Percentile	$51,683	$4,307	$994	$25

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