📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

HVAC Technicians Salary in North Carolina (2026)

North Carolina · 9.0% below national average · Very High Demand

Average
$56,830
per year
Median
$54,682
per year
Hourly
$27.32
per hour
📅 Dataset: OES May 2025
🔄 Published: May 2026
📍 Coverage: All 50 States + DC
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Salary Range & Percentiles
Pay distribution across experience levels
10th Percentile — Entry Level$37,651
25th Percentile — Junior$47,386
50th Percentile — Median$54,682
75th Percentile — Senior$69,290
90th Percentile — Top Earners$77,182
💡 Top-earning HVAC Technicianss in North Carolina make up to $77,182 per year. The job market in North Carolina is rated strong, with key industries including Technology, Finance, Agriculture.
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Salary Growth Trend (2021–2026)
Six-year compensation trajectory
$45.6k
2021
$47.7k
2022
$49.8k
2023
$52.0k
2024
$54.4k
2025
$56.8k
2026
📈 HVAC Technicians salaries in North Carolina have followed the national trend with 4.5% annual growth. The strong demand in North Carolina's job market supports continued salary increases.
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HVAC Technicians Salary by City in North Carolina
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Charlotte $54,557 -4.0% Very High
Raleigh $55,693 -2.0% Very High
Greensboro $51,147 -10.0% Very High
Durham $55,125 -3.0% Very High
Winston-Salem $49,442 -13.0% Very High
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HVAC Technicians Job Market in North Carolina
Key factors affecting compensation

North Carolina is home to a strong job market for HVAC Technicianss. The state's key industries — Technology, Finance, Agriculture — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $56,830 per year, North Carolina's HVAC Technicians salaries are 9.0% lower than the national average.

The cost of living in North Carolina (index: 0.91) makes salaries stretch further than in higher-cost states. Entry-level professionals in North Carolina can expect to earn $37,651–$47,386, while experienced HVAC Technicianss can command $69,290–$77,182.

Looking ahead, the HVAC Technicians profession in North Carolina is projected to grow at 4.5% annually. Major employers are actively hiring, and the state's investment in Technology continues to drive new opportunities for qualified candidates.

🏛️ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OES) · May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this salary
  • The average HVAC Technicians salary in North Carolina is $56,830 per year in 2026, which is 9.0% below the national average of $62,450.
  • Major metro areas typically pay HVAC Technicianss the highest wages in North Carolina due to higher costs of living and competitive job markets.
  • North Carolina has a strong job market with major industries in Technology, Finance, Agriculture. This makes it one of the better states for HVAC Technicians employment.
  • At $56,830/year, North Carolina HVAC Technicians salaries are 9.0% lower than the national average of $62,450/year.