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BLS Wage Data · WI

How Much Do HVAC Technicians
Make in Wisconsin?

The median HVAC technician salary in Wisconsin is $51,390, which is 5.7% above the national median.

$51,390
Median Salary
$52,760
Mean Salary
$25.37/hr
Hourly Wage
8,140
Employment

Key Takeaways

HVAC technicians in Wisconsin earn a median $51,390 per year ($25.37/hr mean), which is 5.7% above the U.S. median. Experienced techs (90th percentile) earn $73,510.

  • Entry-level (10th percentile): $34,340/yr
  • Median: $51,390/yr · Mean: $52,760/yr
  • 8,140 HVAC techs employed in Wisconsin
  • Cost-of-living adjusted wage: $56,428/yr (COL index 93.5)
Distribution
Salary Percentiles
See how HVAC technician pay is distributed across experience levels in Wisconsin.
90th Percentile
$73,510
75th Percentile
$62,240
Median
$51,390
25th Percentile
$41,880
10th Percentile
$34,340
Real Buying Power
Cost of Living Adjustment
Wisconsin's cost of living index is 93.5 (national average = 100). After adjusting for cost of living, your effective annual wage is $56,428.
FAQ
HVAC pay questions in Wisconsin
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How much do HVAC technicians make in Wisconsin?
The median HVAC technician salary in Wisconsin is $51,390 per year ($52,760 mean). That is 5.7% above the U.S. median. Entry-level pay (10th percentile) is about $34,340; experienced techs (90th percentile) earn about $73,510.
What is the hourly wage for HVAC technicians in Wisconsin?
The mean hourly wage for HVAC technicians in Wisconsin is $25.37. Annual figures assume full-time work; overtime, on-call pay, and certifications can raise effective hourly earnings.
How many HVAC technicians work in Wisconsin?
BLS OEWS estimates about 8,140 heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers (SOC 49-9021) employed in Wisconsin.
Is HVAC pay in Wisconsin high after cost of living?
Wisconsin's cost-of-living index is 93.5 (U.S. average = 100). After adjusting the median for purchasing power, the effective wage is about $56,428 per year.
What certifications increase HVAC pay in Wisconsin?
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 Wisconsin 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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