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 $74,450 per year ($35.79 per hour), up 19.1% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $48,020 at the 10th percentile to $116,550 at the 90th.
New Jersey employs approximately 10,330 HVAC technicians statewide, down 0.1% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton | $75,240 | $36.17/hr | 430 | up 19.6% |
| Atlantic City | $60,640 | $29.15/hr | 480 | up 51.7% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
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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