HVAC Salary in Michigan
Install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
Michigan HVAC Wages at a Glance
Michigan HVAC technicians earn a statewide median of $60,090 per year ($28.89 per hour), up 26.4% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $39,560 at the 10th percentile to $84,070 at the 90th.
Michigan employs approximately 13,720 HVAC technicians statewide, up 52.3% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ann Arbor | $63,220 | $30.40/hr | 470 | down 9.9% |
| Detroit | $61,140 | $29.39/hr | 5,750 | up 38.5% |
| Lansing | $60,150 | $28.92/hr | 600 | up 0.5% |
| Grand Rapids | $59,000 | $28.36/hr | 2,440 | up 4.6% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
Michigan 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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