Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Iowa | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $60,680 | $62,937 | -4% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.17 | $30.26 | -4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $69,112.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a HVAC Technician in Iowa is $60,680, or about $29.17 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for HVAC Technicians is $62,937. Iowa is -4% below the national median.
Entry-level hvac technicians in Iowa typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,840 hvac technician jobs on record and a median salary of $60,680, Iowa offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.