HVAC Salary in Connecticut
Install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
Connecticut HVAC Wages at a Glance
Connecticut HVAC technicians earn a statewide median of $73,910 per year ($35.53 per hour), up 17.9% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $46,120 at the 10th percentile to $97,940 at the 90th.
Connecticut employs approximately 4,440 HVAC technicians statewide, down 7.1% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport | $76,890 | $36.96/hr | 1,250 | |
| New Haven | $73,260 | $35.22/hr | 640 | |
| Waterbury | $73,000 | $35.10/hr | 510 | |
| Hartford | $72,950 | $35.07/hr | 1,600 | up 17.1% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
Connecticut 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.
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