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BLS Wage Data · OK

How Much Do HVAC Technicians
Make in Oklahoma?

The median HVAC technician salary in Oklahoma is $42,930, which is 11.7% below the national median.

$42,930
Median Salary
$44,160
Mean Salary
$21.23/hr
Hourly Wage
5,640
Employment

Key Takeaways

HVAC technicians in Oklahoma earn a median $42,930 per year ($21.23/hr mean), which is 11.7% below the U.S. median. Experienced techs (90th percentile) earn $61,840.

  • Entry-level (10th percentile): $28,750/yr
  • Median: $42,930/yr · Mean: $44,160/yr
  • 5,640 HVAC techs employed in Oklahoma
  • Cost-of-living adjusted wage: $50,584/yr (COL index 87.3)
Distribution
Salary Percentiles
See how HVAC technician pay is distributed across experience levels in Oklahoma.
90th Percentile
$61,840
75th Percentile
$51,990
Median
$42,930
25th Percentile
$34,960
10th Percentile
$28,750
Real Buying Power
Cost of Living Adjustment
Oklahoma's cost of living index is 87.3 (national average = 100). After adjusting for cost of living, your effective annual wage is $50,584.
FAQ
HVAC pay questions in Oklahoma
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How much do HVAC technicians make in Oklahoma?
The median HVAC technician salary in Oklahoma is $42,930 per year ($44,160 mean). That is 11.7% below the U.S. median. Entry-level pay (10th percentile) is about $28,750; experienced techs (90th percentile) earn about $61,840.
What is the hourly wage for HVAC technicians in Oklahoma?
The mean hourly wage for HVAC technicians in Oklahoma is $21.23. Annual figures assume full-time work; overtime, on-call pay, and certifications can raise effective hourly earnings.
How many HVAC technicians work in Oklahoma?
BLS OEWS estimates about 5,640 heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers (SOC 49-9021) employed in Oklahoma.
Is HVAC pay in Oklahoma high after cost of living?
Oklahoma's cost-of-living index is 87.3 (U.S. average = 100). After adjusting the median for purchasing power, the effective wage is about $50,584 per year.
What certifications increase HVAC pay in Oklahoma?
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 Oklahoma 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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