HVAC Salary in Rhode Island
Install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
Rhode Island HVAC Wages at a Glance
Rhode Island HVAC technicians earn a statewide median of $67,370 per year ($32.39 per hour), up 10.0% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $38,100 at the 10th percentile to $104,080 at the 90th.
Rhode Island employs approximately 1,450 HVAC technicians statewide, up 16.0% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence | $67,380 | $32.39/hr | 1,930 | up 14.7% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
Rhode Island 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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