HVAC Salary in Nebraska
Install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
Nebraska HVAC Wages at a Glance
Nebraska HVAC technicians earn a statewide median of $59,850 per year ($28.77 per hour), up 15.1% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $43,540 at the 10th percentile to $81,110 at the 90th.
Nebraska employs approximately 3,020 HVAC technicians statewide, down 9.9% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha | $62,570 | $30.08/hr | 1,600 | up 21.2% |
| Lincoln | $59,350 | $28.53/hr | 490 | down 0.1% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
Nebraska 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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