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BLS Wage Data · IL

How Much Do HVAC Technicians
Make in Illinois?

The median HVAC technician salary in Illinois is $55,120, which is 13.3% above the national median.

$55,120
Median Salary
$56,430
Mean Salary
$27.13/hr
Hourly Wage
16,280
Employment

Key Takeaways

HVAC technicians in Illinois earn a median $55,120 per year ($27.13/hr mean), which is 13.3% above the U.S. median. Experienced techs (90th percentile) earn $79,640.

  • Entry-level (10th percentile): $34,780/yr
  • Median: $55,120/yr · Mean: $56,430/yr
  • 16,280 HVAC techs employed in Illinois
  • Cost-of-living adjusted wage: $59,338/yr (COL index 95.1)
Distribution
Salary Percentiles
See how HVAC technician pay is distributed across experience levels in Illinois.
90th Percentile
$79,640
75th Percentile
$67,890
Median
$55,120
25th Percentile
$43,560
10th Percentile
$34,780
Real Buying Power
Cost of Living Adjustment
Illinois's cost of living index is 95.1 (national average = 100). After adjusting for cost of living, your effective annual wage is $59,338.
FAQ
HVAC pay questions in Illinois
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How much do HVAC technicians make in Illinois?
The median HVAC technician salary in Illinois is $55,120 per year ($56,430 mean). That is 13.3% above the U.S. median. Entry-level pay (10th percentile) is about $34,780; experienced techs (90th percentile) earn about $79,640.
What is the hourly wage for HVAC technicians in Illinois?
The mean hourly wage for HVAC technicians in Illinois is $27.13. Annual figures assume full-time work; overtime, on-call pay, and certifications can raise effective hourly earnings.
How many HVAC technicians work in Illinois?
BLS OEWS estimates about 16,280 heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers (SOC 49-9021) employed in Illinois.
Is HVAC pay in Illinois high after cost of living?
Illinois's cost-of-living index is 95.1 (U.S. average = 100). After adjusting the median for purchasing power, the effective wage is about $59,338 per year.
What certifications increase HVAC pay in Illinois?
EPA Section 608 is required to handle refrigerants nationwide. NATE and other industry certifications are associated with higher pay (often a mid-single to low-double-digit premium) and stronger hiring odds with larger Illinois employers.
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Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, SOC code 49-9021 (Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers). Wage estimates reflect the most recent annual BLS OEWS release (April 2026, based on May 2025 survey data). Cost-of-living index from the Missouri Economic Research and Information Center (MERIC). Actual wages vary by employer, experience, and certification. View BLS source data ↗
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