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 $49,290 per year ($23.70 per hour), up 19.2% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $35,940 at the 10th percentile to $69,350 at the 90th.
Alabama employs approximately 7,330 HVAC technicians statewide, up 14.0% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huntsville | $51,360 | $24.69/hr | 730 | up 23.6% |
| Montgomery | $50,990 | $24.52/hr | 490 | up 3.9% |
| Birmingham | $49,970 | $24.02/hr | 1,990 | up 18.7% |
| Mobile | $48,640 | $23.38/hr | 780 | up 13.8% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
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.