HVAC Salary in Iowa
Install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
Iowa HVAC Wages at a Glance
Iowa HVAC technicians earn a statewide median of $59,490 per year ($28.60 per hour), up 17.6% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $37,790 at the 10th percentile to $85,760 at the 90th.
Iowa employs approximately 3,990 HVAC technicians statewide, down 7.0% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines | $61,630 | $29.63/hr | 1,120 | up 14.0% |
| Davenport | $61,180 | $29.42/hr | 350 | up 3.3% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
Iowa 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.