As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for HVAC Engineer in Phoenix, AZ is $76,719, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,475 weekly, or $6,393 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for HVAC Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for HVAC Engineer in Phoenix, AZ vary widely, spanning from $67,411 to $89,071. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($71,847) and 75th percentile ($83,184), while top earners (90th percentile) make $89,071 per year. This $11,337 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, Phoenix HVAC Engineer often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Phoenix currently ranks 394 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 $67,411 Phoenix, AZ April 01, 2026
25th Percentile HVAC Engineer Salary $71,847 Phoenix, AZ April 01, 2026
50th Percentile HVAC Engineer Salary $76,719 Phoenix, AZ April 01, 2026
75th Percentile HVAC Engineer Salary $83,184 Phoenix, AZ April 01, 2026
90th Percentile HVAC Engineer Salary $89,071 Phoenix, AZ April 01, 2026
25% $71,847 10% $67,411 90% $89,071 75% $83,184 $76,719 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 Phoenix, Arizona    Phoenix is in the southwestern United States, in the south-central portion of Arizona; about halfway between Tucson to the southeast and Flagstaff to ....More

Phoenix, Arizona  area prices were up 2.2% from a year ago

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