As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for HVAC Engineer in Baltimore, MD is $80,080, equivalent to $39 per hour, $1,540 weekly, or $6,673 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 Baltimore, MD vary widely, spanning from $70,371 to $92,979. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($74,998) and 75th percentile ($86,832), while top earners (90th percentile) make $92,979 per year. This $11,834 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, Baltimore HVAC Engineer often earn 0.0% higher than national averages. However, Baltimore currently ranks 262 statewide for HVAC Engineer job salary. 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 $70,371 Baltimore, MD August 01, 2026
25th Percentile HVAC Engineer Salary $74,998 Baltimore, MD August 01, 2026
50th Percentile HVAC Engineer Salary $80,080 Baltimore, MD August 01, 2026
75th Percentile HVAC Engineer Salary $86,832 Baltimore, MD August 01, 2026
90th Percentile HVAC Engineer Salary $92,979 Baltimore, MD August 01, 2026
25% $74,998 10% $70,371 90% $92,979 75% $86,832 $80,080 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 Baltimore, Maryland    Baltimore (/ˈbɔːltɪmɔːr/) is the largest city in the state of Maryland within the United States. Baltimore was established by the Constitution of Mary....More

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