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BLS Wage Data · MA

How Much Do HVAC Technicians
Make in Massachusetts?

The median HVAC technician salary in Massachusetts is $58,640, which is 20.6% above the national median.

$58,640
Median Salary
$60,230
Mean Salary
$28.96/hr
Hourly Wage
9,180
Employment

Key Takeaways

HVAC technicians in Massachusetts earn a median $58,640 per year ($28.96/hr mean), which is 20.6% above the U.S. median. Experienced techs (90th percentile) earn $83,270.

  • Entry-level (10th percentile): $39,210/yr
  • Median: $58,640/yr · Mean: $60,230/yr
  • 9,180 HVAC techs employed in Massachusetts
  • Cost-of-living adjusted wage: $44,615/yr (COL index 135.0)
Distribution
Salary Percentiles
See how HVAC technician pay is distributed across experience levels in Massachusetts.
90th Percentile
$83,270
75th Percentile
$71,120
Median
$58,640
25th Percentile
$47,650
10th Percentile
$39,210
Real Buying Power
Cost of Living Adjustment
Massachusetts's cost of living index is 135.0 (national average = 100). After adjusting for cost of living, your effective annual wage is $44,615.
FAQ
HVAC pay questions in Massachusetts
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How much do HVAC technicians make in Massachusetts?
The median HVAC technician salary in Massachusetts is $58,640 per year ($60,230 mean). That is 20.6% above the U.S. median. Entry-level pay (10th percentile) is about $39,210; experienced techs (90th percentile) earn about $83,270.
What is the hourly wage for HVAC technicians in Massachusetts?
The mean hourly wage for HVAC technicians in Massachusetts is $28.96. Annual figures assume full-time work; overtime, on-call pay, and certifications can raise effective hourly earnings.
How many HVAC technicians work in Massachusetts?
BLS OEWS estimates about 9,180 heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers (SOC 49-9021) employed in Massachusetts.
Is HVAC pay in Massachusetts high after cost of living?
Massachusetts's cost-of-living index is 135.0 (U.S. average = 100). After adjusting the median for purchasing power, the effective wage is about $44,615 per year.
What certifications increase HVAC pay in Massachusetts?
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 Massachusetts 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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