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BLS Wage Data · ME

How Much Do HVAC Technicians
Make in Maine?

The median HVAC technician salary in Maine is $63,170, which is 3.5% above the national median.

$63,170
Median Salary
$65,300
Mean Salary
$31.39/hr
Hourly Wage
2,250
Employment

Key Takeaways

HVAC technicians in Maine earn a median $63,170 per year ($31.39/hr mean), which is 3.5% above the U.S. median. Experienced techs (90th percentile) earn $82,090.

  • Entry-level (10th percentile): $47,090/yr
  • Median: $63,170/yr · Mean: $65,300/yr
  • 2,250 HVAC techs employed in Maine
  • Cost-of-living adjusted wage: $57,331/yr (COL index 113.9)
Distribution
Salary Percentiles
See how HVAC technician pay is distributed across experience levels in Maine.
90th Percentile
$82,090
75th Percentile
$76,920
Median
$63,170
25th Percentile
$57,240
10th Percentile
$47,090
Real Buying Power
Cost of Living Adjustment
Maine's cost of living index is 113.9 (national average = 100). After adjusting for cost of living, your effective annual wage is $57,331.
FAQ
HVAC pay questions in Maine
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How much do HVAC technicians make in Maine?
The median HVAC technician salary in Maine is $63,170 per year ($65,300 mean). That is 3.5% above the U.S. median. Entry-level pay (10th percentile) is about $47,090; experienced techs (90th percentile) earn about $82,090.
What is the hourly wage for HVAC technicians in Maine?
The mean hourly wage for HVAC technicians in Maine is $31.39. Annual figures assume full-time work; overtime, on-call pay, and certifications can raise effective hourly earnings.
How many HVAC technicians work in Maine?
BLS OEWS estimates about 2,250 heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers (SOC 49-9021) employed in Maine.
Is HVAC pay in Maine high after cost of living?
Maine's cost-of-living index is 113.9 (U.S. average = 100). After adjusting the median for purchasing power, the effective wage is about $57,331 per year.
What certifications increase HVAC pay in Maine?
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 Maine employers.
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How to get an HVAC license in Maine →Maine HVAC schools →NATE certification & pay →
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). State wage figures are U.S. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) estimates for HVAC mechanics and installers (SOC 49-9021), May 2025 OEWS. Metro pages use May 2025 OEWS, published 2026-05-15 for metropolitan areas. A state figure and a metro figure describe different places and should not be averaged. 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 (May 2025 OEWS) ↗
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