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 $60,850 per year ($29.26 per hour), up 21.5% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $40,210 at the 10th percentile to $95,290 at the 90th.
Michigan employs approximately 12,590 HVAC technicians statewide, up 52.4% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ann Arbor | $75,000 | $36.06/hr | 460 | up 7.7% |
| Detroit | $63,170 | $30.37/hr | 5,740 | up 30.6% |
| Lansing | $60,440 | $29.06/hr | 490 | up 3.3% |
| Grand Rapids | $60,190 | $28.94/hr | 1,920 | up 7.1% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
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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