📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

HVAC Technicians Salary in Texas (2026)

Texas · 5.0% below national average · Very High Demand

Average
$59,328
per year
Median
$57,086
per year
Hourly
$28.52
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$39,306
25th Percentile — Junior$49,469
50th Percentile — Median$57,086
75th Percentile — Senior$72,336
90th Percentile — Top Earners$80,574
💡 Top-earning HVAC Technicianss in Texas make up to $80,574 per year. The job market in Texas is rated strong, with key industries including Energy, Technology, Healthcare.
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Salary Growth Trend (2021–2026)
Six-year compensation trajectory
$47.6k
2021
$49.8k
2022
$52.0k
2023
$54.3k
2024
$56.8k
2025
$59.3k
2026
📈 HVAC Technicians salaries in Texas have followed the national trend with 4.5% annual growth. The strong demand in Texas's job market supports continued salary increases.
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HVAC Technicians Salary by City in Texas
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Houston $57,548 -3.0% Very High
San Antonio $53,395 -10.0% Very High
Dallas $58,735 -1.0% Very High
Austin $64,074 +8.0% Very High
Fort Worth $56,955 -4.0% Very High
El Paso $48,649 -18.0% Very High
Arlington $57,548 -3.0% Very High
Corpus Christi $51,615 -13.0% Very High
Plano $60,515 +2.0% Very High
Laredo $47,462 -20.0% Very High
Lubbock $48,649 -18.0% Very High
Garland $56,362 -5.0% Very High
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HVAC Technicians Job Market in Texas
Key factors affecting compensation

Texas is home to a strong job market for HVAC Technicianss. The state's key industries — Energy, Technology, Healthcare — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $59,328 per year, Texas's HVAC Technicians salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average.

The cost of living in Texas (index: 0.95) makes salaries stretch further than in higher-cost states. Entry-level professionals in Texas can expect to earn $39,306–$49,469, while experienced HVAC Technicianss can command $72,336–$80,574.

Looking ahead, the HVAC Technicians profession in Texas is projected to grow at 4.5% annually. Major employers are actively hiring, and the state's investment in Energy 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 Texas is $59,328 per year in 2026, which is 5.0% below the national average of $62,450.
  • Major metro areas typically pay HVAC Technicianss the highest wages in Texas due to higher costs of living and competitive job markets.
  • Texas has a strong job market with major industries in Energy, Technology, Healthcare. This makes it one of the better states for HVAC Technicians employment.
  • At $59,328/year, Texas HVAC Technicians salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average of $62,450/year.