Across the country, the job market is strong for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) techs. So, how much will an HVAC tech make in 2020? Read on to find out more.
How Much Do HVAC Jobs Pay?
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the average annual salary HVAC technicians made in 2020 was $53,410 (bls.gov).
Do HVAC Techs Make Good Money?
The average annual combined household income in the United States teeters just over $60,000. Depending on where your HVAC technician salary falls, and if you’re in a dual income household, you potentially will do very well. In fact, the top 10% in HVAC made more than $80,820 (bls.gov).
Another factor to weigh in when thinking about an HVAC tech salary is the amount of education necessary, plus the cost associated with it. Chances are, you won’t have a massive amount of student debt to pay off, unlike most of your peers who followed the four-year university route. That means you have more control over that money you’re bringing home.
States HVAC Techs Make The Most Money
The salaries for HVAC techs across the country do not have a huge discrepancy, and the listed “best states” vary depending on what you Google search. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, which is one of the most trusted sources for accurate employment information, the top paying states for HVAC technicians are:
- Alaska--$79,630
- Washington D.C.--$73,460
- Hawaii--$65,640
- Washington--$65,180
- Massachusetts--$64,760
There are also states such as Texas and California, where natural disasters wreaked havoc, where construction jobs such as HVAC are in need of qualified technicians. Also consider looking into states with large growth of developments and expansion like Nevada and Arizona. Plus, with warmer weather, that means air-conditioning units in residential and commercial spaces are in constant need of maintaining, repairing, or replacing.
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How Much Does An HVAC Journeyman Make?
Once you are an HVAC journeyman, you will see a dramatic increase in salary. To become a journeyman HVAC, that means you’ve completed your apprenticeship and have taken the certification exams. The journeyman title allows you to work unsupervised, but what you are allowed to do is more determined by the state you live in. Each one has its own set of unique rules.
Salaries for an HVAC journeyman in the United States average around $63,000. Again, this number may be different for you depending on factors such as where you work, what state you’re in, and the amount of experience you have.
There is a strong demand for HVAC techs in 2020. The Bureau of Labor Statistics is predicting a 13 percent employment growth for HVAC through 2028. There are going to be more than 46,300 positions that need to be filled, so if you’re thinking about an HVAC career, this couldn’t be a better time for you.
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