HVAC Salary in Oregon
Install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
Oregon HVAC Wages at a Glance
Oregon HVAC technicians earn a statewide median of $62,740 per year ($30.16 per hour), up 26.2% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $45,390 at the 10th percentile to $93,620 at the 90th.
Oregon employs approximately 3,690 HVAC technicians statewide, up 13.2% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salem | $66,240 | $31.85/hr | 370 | up 41.2% |
| Portland | $64,290 | $30.91/hr | 2,480 | up 22.2% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
Oregon 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.