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 $59,730 per year ($28.72 per hour), up 16.1% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $39,760 at the 10th percentile to $83,420 at the 90th.
Virginia employs approximately 14,690 HVAC technicians statewide, up 37.0% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | $59,470 | $28.59/hr | 2,840 | up 17.1% |
| Richmond | $59,130 | $28.43/hr | 2,700 | up 20.2% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
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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