HVAC Salary in Virginia
Install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
Virginia HVAC Wages at a Glance
Virginia HVAC technicians earn a statewide median of $60,630 per year ($29.15 per hour), up 21.8% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $40,710 at the 10th percentile to $81,750 at the 90th.
Virginia employs approximately 13,640 HVAC technicians statewide, up 16.9% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | $60,550 | $29.11/hr | 2,910 | up 25.7% |
| Richmond | $59,690 | $28.70/hr | 2,430 | up 21.1% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
Virginia 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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