HVAC Salary in Kentucky
Install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
Kentucky HVAC Wages at a Glance
Kentucky HVAC technicians earn a statewide median of $58,880 per year ($28.31 per hour), up 42.8% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $38,020 at the 10th percentile to $79,100 at the 90th.
Kentucky employs approximately 6,230 HVAC technicians statewide, up 45.2% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington | $59,060 | $28.39/hr | 980 | up 34.7% |
| Louisville | $59,050 | $28.39/hr | 2,320 | up 39.7% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.