HVAC Salary in Missouri
Install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
Missouri HVAC Wages at a Glance
Missouri HVAC technicians earn a statewide median of $59,950 per year ($28.82 per hour), up 32.7% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $39,180 at the 10th percentile to $88,760 at the 90th.
Missouri employs approximately 7,220 HVAC technicians statewide, up 27.6% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis | $63,000 | $30.29/hr | 2,980 | up 39.6% |
| Kansas City | $62,680 | $30.14/hr | 3,010 | up 21.9% |
| Springfield | $56,410 | $27.12/hr | 690 | up 25.2% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
Missouri 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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