Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Alabama | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $48,370 | $62,937 | -23% |
| Median hourly wage | $23.25 | $30.26 | -23% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $54,471.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a HVAC Technician in Alabama is $48,370, or about $23.25 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for HVAC Technicians is $62,937. Alabama is -23% below the national median.
Entry-level hvac technicians in Alabama typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 8,260 hvac technician jobs on record and a median salary of $48,370, Alabama offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.