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 $58,620 per year ($28.18 per hour), up 35.7% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $38,790 at the 10th percentile to $80,020 at the 90th.
Kentucky employs approximately 5,100 HVAC technicians statewide, up 4.7% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington | $60,280 | $28.98/hr | 740 | up 19.7% |
| Louisville | $58,930 | $28.33/hr | 1,890 | up 35.5% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.