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BLS Wage Data · NE

How Much Do HVAC Technicians
Make in Nebraska?

The median HVAC technician salary in Nebraska is $45,910, which is 5.6% below the national median.

$45,910
Median Salary
$47,120
Mean Salary
$22.65/hr
Hourly Wage
3,180
Employment

Key Takeaways

HVAC technicians in Nebraska earn a median $45,910 per year ($22.65/hr mean), which is 5.6% below the U.S. median. Experienced techs (90th percentile) earn $65,820.

  • Entry-level (10th percentile): $30,670/yr
  • Median: $45,910/yr · Mean: $47,120/yr
  • 3,180 HVAC techs employed in Nebraska
  • Cost-of-living adjusted wage: $51,894/yr (COL index 90.8)
Distribution
Salary Percentiles
See how HVAC technician pay is distributed across experience levels in Nebraska.
90th Percentile
$65,820
75th Percentile
$55,540
Median
$45,910
25th Percentile
$37,410
10th Percentile
$30,670
Real Buying Power
Cost of Living Adjustment
Nebraska's cost of living index is 90.8 (national average = 100). After adjusting for cost of living, your effective annual wage is $51,894.
FAQ
HVAC pay questions in Nebraska
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How much do HVAC technicians make in Nebraska?
The median HVAC technician salary in Nebraska is $45,910 per year ($47,120 mean). That is 5.6% below the U.S. median. Entry-level pay (10th percentile) is about $30,670; experienced techs (90th percentile) earn about $65,820.
What is the hourly wage for HVAC technicians in Nebraska?
The mean hourly wage for HVAC technicians in Nebraska is $22.65. Annual figures assume full-time work; overtime, on-call pay, and certifications can raise effective hourly earnings.
How many HVAC technicians work in Nebraska?
BLS OEWS estimates about 3,180 heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers (SOC 49-9021) employed in Nebraska.
Is HVAC pay in Nebraska high after cost of living?
Nebraska's cost-of-living index is 90.8 (U.S. average = 100). After adjusting the median for purchasing power, the effective wage is about $51,894 per year.
What certifications increase HVAC pay in Nebraska?
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 Nebraska 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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