As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for HVAC Engineer in Alameda, CA is $94,912, equivalent to $46 per hour, $1,825 weekly, or $7,909 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for HVAC Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for HVAC Engineer in Alameda, CA vary widely, spanning from $83,405 to $110,200. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($88,889) and 75th percentile ($102,915), while top earners (90th percentile) make $110,200 per year. This $14,026 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Hydraulics, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Alameda HVAC Engineer often earn 10.8% higher than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
HVAC Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile HVAC Engineer Salary $83,405 Alameda, CA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile HVAC Engineer Salary $88,889 Alameda, CA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile HVAC Engineer Salary $94,912 Alameda, CA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile HVAC Engineer Salary $102,915 Alameda, CA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile HVAC Engineer Salary $110,200 Alameda, CA August 01, 2026
25% $88,889 10% $83,405 90% $110,200 75% $102,915 $94,912 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    HVAC Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Alameda, California    Alameda (/ˌæləˈmiːdə/ AL-ə-MEE-də; Spanish: [ala'meða]) is a city in Alameda County, California, United States. It is located on Alameda Island and Ba....More

Alameda, California  area prices were up 4.5% from a year ago

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