Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Illinois | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $77,410 | $62,937 | +23% |
| Median hourly wage | $37.22 | $30.26 | +23% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $77,410.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a HVAC Technician in Illinois is $77,410, or about $37.22 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for HVAC Technicians is $62,937. Illinois is +23% above the national median.
Entry-level hvac technicians in Illinois typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 9,740 hvac technician jobs on record and a median salary of $77,410, Illinois offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.