Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers Salary (2025)
Based on 409,670 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $40,050 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $48,360 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $61,010 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $77,060 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $95,210 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$40K
25th
$48K
Median
$61K
75th
$77K
90th
$95K
Highest Paying States for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $84,920 |
| Alaska | $80,150 |
| Washington | $78,860 |
| Massachusetts | $77,760 |
| New Jersey | $77,580 |
| Illinois | $77,570 |
| California | $75,370 |
| New York | $74,760 |
| Minnesota | $73,990 |
| Maryland | $73,820 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $84,920 per year, while Maryland has an average of $73,820 — a difference of $11,100. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 409,670 workers were employed as Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations. The annual mean wage of $64,780 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 49-9021