HVAC Salary in Alabama
Install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
Alabama HVAC Wages at a Glance
Alabama HVAC technicians earn a statewide median of $48,370 per year ($23.26 per hour), up 13.3% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $36,510 at the 10th percentile to $65,690 at the 90th.
Alabama employs approximately 8,260 HVAC technicians statewide, up 22.6% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huntsville | $49,940 | $24.01/hr | 770 | up 11.8% |
| Birmingham | $48,740 | $23.43/hr | 2,370 | up 10.5% |
| Montgomery | $48,680 | $23.40/hr | 540 | down 1.7% |
| Mobile | $47,960 | $23.06/hr | 820 | up 16.2% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
Alabama HVAC Apprenticeships
Most HVAC technicians enter the field through a registered apprenticeship: typically 4 to 5 years of paid on-the-job training combined with classroom hours.