As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for HVAC Engineer in Union, NJ is $87,508, equivalent to $42 per hour, $1,683 weekly, or $7,292 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 Union, NJ vary widely, spanning from $76,899 to $101,603. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($81,954) and 75th percentile ($94,886), while top earners (90th percentile) make $101,603 per year. This $12,932 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, Union HVAC Engineer often earn 4.0% higher than national averages. However, Union currently ranks 39 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 $76,899 Union, NJ August 01, 2026
25th Percentile HVAC Engineer Salary $81,954 Union, NJ August 01, 2026
50th Percentile HVAC Engineer Salary $87,508 Union, NJ August 01, 2026
75th Percentile HVAC Engineer Salary $94,886 Union, NJ August 01, 2026
90th Percentile HVAC Engineer Salary $101,603 Union, NJ August 01, 2026
25% $81,954 10% $76,899 90% $101,603 75% $94,886 $87,508 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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Union, New Jersey  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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