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 $60,680 per year ($29.17 per hour), up 14.4% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $43,040 at the 10th percentile to $86,280 at the 90th.
Iowa employs approximately 3,840 HVAC technicians statewide, down 4.2% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davenport | $65,190 | $31.34/hr | 410 | up 10.0% |
| Des Moines | $62,640 | $30.11/hr | 900 | up 7.7% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
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.