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Heating technicians play a crucial role in maintaining and repairing heating systems across various settings. As of October 2025, the average salary for heating technicians is $51,453 per year. This figure reflects a broad range of experience levels and can vary significantly based on location, employer, and specific skills. For instance, technicians with specialized training or certifications often command higher salaries.
Geographic location heavily influences earning potential. States such as California, Texas, and New York feature some of the highest salaries for heating technicians, while rural areas may offer lower compensation. Cities like San Francisco and New York City consistently rank among the highest paying locations. Additionally, as the demand for skilled technicians grows, those entering the field can expect competitive salaries and benefits.
Salary also correlates with experience level. Entry-level technicians typically start at lower salaries, while those with several years of experience can see significant increases. Technicians who advance into supervisory roles or specialize in particular systems often find even better compensation packages. By investing in training and education, heating technicians can maximize their career potential.
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The highest-paying states for heating technicians are Alaska, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. The lowest average heating technician salary states are Alabama, Florida, and New Mexico.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Connecticut | $76,252 | $36.66 |
| 2 | Alaska | $76,640 | $36.85 |
| 3 | New Hampshire | $64,748 | $31.13 |
| 4 | Delaware | $62,861 | $30.22 |
| 5 | New Jersey | $66,964 | $32.19 |
| 6 | Maryland | $75,559 | $36.33 |
| 7 | Massachusetts | $75,878 | $36.48 |
| 8 | Nevada | $58,355 | $28.06 |
| 9 | New York | $62,287 | $29.95 |
| 10 | Maine | $54,808 | $26.35 |
| 11 | Rhode Island | $63,382 | $30.47 |
| 12 | Indiana | $56,707 | $27.26 |
| 13 | Pennsylvania | $60,553 | $29.11 |
| 14 | District of Columbia | $73,340 | $35.26 |
| 15 | Virginia | $59,817 | $28.76 |
| 16 | Washington | $64,365 | $30.94 |
| 17 | Oregon | $59,616 | $28.66 |
| 18 | North Dakota | $60,053 | $28.87 |
| 19 | Illinois | $57,243 | $27.52 |
| 20 | Montana | $57,130 | $27.47 |
| 21 | South Carolina | $52,021 | $25.01 |
| 22 | Iowa | $50,306 | $24.19 |
| 23 | Colorado | $54,793 | $26.34 |
| 24 | Missouri | $54,676 | $26.29 |
| 25 | Michigan | $54,504 | $26.20 |
| 26 | California | $63,066 | $30.32 |
| 27 | Louisiana | $55,681 | $26.77 |
| 28 | Minnesota | $54,583 | $26.24 |
| 29 | North Carolina | $49,887 | $23.98 |
| 30 | Nebraska | $47,884 | $23.02 |
| 31 | Arizona | $50,077 | $24.08 |
| 32 | Wyoming | $52,044 | $25.02 |
| 33 | Vermont | $48,137 | $23.14 |
| 34 | Utah | $49,139 | $23.62 |
| 35 | Wisconsin | $50,027 | $24.05 |
| 36 | South Dakota | $44,201 | $21.25 |
| 37 | Idaho | $52,303 | $25.15 |
| 38 | Georgia | $44,900 | $21.59 |
| 39 | Kansas | $48,663 | $23.40 |
| 40 | Mississippi | $43,609 | $20.97 |
| 41 | Florida | $42,842 | $20.60 |
| 42 | Ohio | $46,432 | $22.32 |
| 43 | Kentucky | $45,645 | $21.94 |
| 44 | Texas | $44,224 | $21.26 |
| 45 | Oklahoma | $43,400 | $20.87 |
| 46 | Tennessee | $36,508 | $17.55 |
| 47 | Hawaii | $48,321 | $23.23 |
| 48 | Alabama | $43,040 | $20.69 |
| 49 | West Virginia | $39,173 | $18.83 |
| 50 | Arkansas | $39,056 | $18.78 |
| 51 | New Mexico | $41,896 | $20.14 |
The highest-paying cities for heating technicians are Baltimore, MD, Billerica, MA, and San Bruno, CA.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baltimore, MD | $75,895 | $36.49 |
| 2 | Billerica, MA | $74,945 | $36.03 |
| 3 | San Bruno, CA | $70,179 | $33.74 |
| 4 | Olympia, WA | $64,883 | $31.19 |
| 5 | Rochester, NY | $58,062 | $27.91 |
| 6 | Duluth, MN | $56,433 | $27.13 |
| 7 | Bozeman, MT | $55,892 | $26.87 |
| 8 | Kansas City, MO | $54,615 | $26.26 |
| 9 | Durham, NC | $51,293 | $24.66 |
| 10 | West Jordan, UT | $49,098 | $23.60 |
| 11 | Columbus, OH | $45,967 | $22.10 |
| 12 | Houston, TX | $44,453 | $21.37 |
| 13 | Sioux Falls, SD | $44,045 | $21.18 |
| 14 | Bradenton, FL | $43,121 | $20.73 |
A heating technician's salary ranges from $35,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $75,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $75,000 | $6,250 | $36 |
| 75th Percentile | $62,000 | $5,167 | $30 |
| Average | $51,453 | $4,288 | $25 |
| 25th Percentile | $42,000 | $3,500 | $20 |
| 10th Percentile | $35,000 | $2,917 | $17 |
The highest paying types of heating technicians are hvac technician, hvac-r technician, and air conditioning service technician.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hvac Installer | $44,651 | $3,721 | $21.47 | 28,909 |
| Installer Apprentice | $37,507 | $3,126 | $18.03 | 21,751 |
| Hvac Apprentice | $34,073 | $2,839 | $16.38 | 25,483 |
| Mechanical Installer | $43,919 | $3,660 | $21.11 | 69,734 |
| Instrument Technician Apprentice | $39,849 | $3,321 | $19.16 | 130,235 |
| Installation And Service Technician | $37,202 | $3,100 | $17.89 | 125,640 |
Top companies hiring heating technicians now:
Heating technician salaries at City of Jacksonville and The Dwyer Group are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average heating technician salary at companies like IDEX and SpaceX are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City of Jacksonville | $80,405 | $38.66 |
| 2 | The Dwyer Group | $63,989 | $30.76 |
| 3 | IDEX | $62,793 | $30.19 |
| 4 | SpaceX | $58,655 | $28.20 |
| 5 | City of Pasadena | $58,031 | $27.90 |
| 6 | RTI International Metals | $57,046 | $27.43 |
| 7 | Kellogg Elementary | $56,028 | $26.94 |
| 8 | Superior Plus Energy | $55,945 | $26.90 |
| 9 | City of Baltimore | $51,868 | $24.94 |
| 10 | Rialto Unified School District | $48,846 | $23.48 |
| 11 | Dartmouth-Hitchcock | $47,800 | $22.98 |
| 12 | Aire Serv | $47,581 | $22.88 |
| 13 | PSEA | $47,566 | $22.87 |
| 14 | San Juan Unified School District | $46,955 | $22.57 |
| 15 | Washington State University | $46,187 | $22.21 |
| 16 | DL solutions | $44,540 | $21.41 |
| 17 | City of Jacksonville, Florida - Government | $44,384 | $21.34 |
| 18 | Express Employment Indy South | $44,107 | $21.21 |
| 19 | Sanford Health | $43,638 | $20.98 |
| 20 | Montana State University | $43,315 | $20.82 |
The average heating technician salary varies across industries:
| Rank | Industry | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Construction | $57,171 | $27.49 |
| 2 | Manufacturing | $56,358 | $27.10 |
| 3 | Energy | $54,902 | $26.40 |
| 4 | Professional | $51,079 | $24.56 |
| 5 | Retail | $49,748 | $23.92 |
| 6 | Hospitality | $46,515 | $22.36 |
The average heating technician salary has risen by $7,333 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average heating technician earned $44,120 annually, but today, they earn $51,453 a year. That works out to a 10% change in pay for heating technicians over the last decade.
Compare heating technician salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare heating technician salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $51,500 | $24.74 | +3.7% |
| 2025 | $49,600 | $23.83 | +2.3% |
| 2024 | $48,400 | $23.28 | +1.1% |
| 2023 | $47,900 | $23.02 | +2.5% |
| 2022 | $46,700 | $22.45 | +1.7% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orkin, LLC | Heat Technician | Hampton, VA | 06/27/2025 | $37,566 |
| Indotronix Avani Group | Heating Air Conditioning Technician | East Syracuse, NY | 06/27/2025 | $56,349 |
| JFF | Heating and Air Conditioning Technicians | Durham, NC | 06/26/2025 | $36,715 |
| Nassau Boces | Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Technician | Garden City, NY | 06/10/2025 | $60,311 |
| The Dwyer Group | Heating and Air Conditioning Technician, Hvac | Manasquan, NJ | 06/09/2025 | $80,000 |
| Dog House | Heat Pump Technician | Brunswick, ME | 06/09/2025 | $62,000 |
| Per SÉ Group | Heating Air Conditioning Technician | Salt Lake City, UT | 05/29/2025 | $114,785 |
| Russell Tobin | Heating Air Conditioning Technician | Charlotte, NC | 05/29/2025 | $54,888 |
| Emcor Facilities Services | Heating Air Conditioning Technician | Aurora, CO | 05/27/2025 | $68,871 |
| Emcor Facilities Services | Heating Air Conditioning Technician | Charlotte, NC | 05/26/2025 | $62,610 |
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