HVAC Salary in Illinois
Install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
Illinois HVAC Wages at a Glance
Illinois HVAC technicians earn a statewide median of $71,620 per year ($34.44 per hour), up 25.1% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $44,520 at the 10th percentile to $110,570 at the 90th.
Illinois employs approximately 8,510 HVAC technicians statewide, down 3.7% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $74,400 | $35.77/hr | 6,140 | up 22.4% |
| Peoria | $66,890 | $32.16/hr | 270 | up 8.1% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
Illinois 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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