HVAC Salary in New Jersey
Install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
New Jersey HVAC Wages at a Glance
New Jersey HVAC technicians earn a statewide median of $69,800 per year ($33.56 per hour), up 22.8% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $45,920 at the 10th percentile to $102,050 at the 90th.
New Jersey employs approximately 10,680 HVAC technicians statewide, up 2.4% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton | $72,690 | $34.95/hr | 270 | up 22.4% |
| Atlantic City | $61,660 | $29.64/hr | 430 | up 44.5% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
New Jersey 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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