As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for HVAC Engineer in Columbus, MS is $66,221, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,273 weekly, or $5,518 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 Columbus, MS vary widely, spanning from $58,193 to $76,888. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($62,019) and 75th percentile ($71,805), while top earners (90th percentile) make $76,888 per year. This $9,786 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, Columbus HVAC Engineer often earn 4.4% lower than national averages. However, Columbus currently ranks 805 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 $58,193 Columbus, MS August 01, 2026
25th Percentile HVAC Engineer Salary $62,019 Columbus, MS August 01, 2026
50th Percentile HVAC Engineer Salary $66,221 Columbus, MS August 01, 2026
75th Percentile HVAC Engineer Salary $71,805 Columbus, MS August 01, 2026
90th Percentile HVAC Engineer Salary $76,888 Columbus, MS August 01, 2026
25% $62,019 10% $58,193 90% $76,888 75% $71,805 $66,221 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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About Columbus, Mississippi    The city is located approximately 10 mi (16 km) west of the Mississippi-Alabama state line along U.S. Route 82, U.S. Route 45, and numerous state high....More

Columbus, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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