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 $60,330 per year ($29.00 per hour), up 26.8% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $37,980 at the 10th percentile to $94,870 at the 90th.
Missouri employs approximately 8,360 HVAC technicians statewide, up 48.0% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis | $61,880 | $29.75/hr | 3,640 | up 20.2% |
| Kansas City | $61,080 | $29.37/hr | 3,500 | up 8.4% |
| Springfield | $56,860 | $27.34/hr | 800 | up 46.5% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
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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