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BLS Wage Data · ME

How Much Do HVAC Technicians
Make in Maine?

The median HVAC technician salary in Maine is $47,120, which is 3.1% below the national median.

$47,120
Median Salary
$48,370
Mean Salary
$23.25/hr
Hourly Wage
2,140
Employment

Key Takeaways

HVAC technicians in Maine earn a median $47,120 per year ($23.25/hr mean), which is 3.1% below the U.S. median. Experienced techs (90th percentile) earn $67,540.

  • Entry-level (10th percentile): $31,480/yr
  • Median: $47,120/yr · Mean: $48,370/yr
  • 2,140 HVAC techs employed in Maine
  • Cost-of-living adjusted wage: $42,467/yr (COL index 113.9)
Distribution
Salary Percentiles
See how HVAC technician pay is distributed across experience levels in Maine.
90th Percentile
$67,540
75th Percentile
$57,010
Median
$47,120
25th Percentile
$38,420
10th Percentile
$31,480
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 $42,467.
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 $47,120 per year ($48,370 mean). That is 3.1% below the U.S. median. Entry-level pay (10th percentile) is about $31,480; experienced techs (90th percentile) earn about $67,540.
What is the hourly wage for HVAC technicians in Maine?
The mean hourly wage for HVAC technicians in Maine is $23.25. 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 2,140 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 $42,467 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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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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