Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Kentucky | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $58,620 | $62,937 | -7% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.18 | $30.26 | -7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $64,989.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a HVAC Technician in Kentucky is $58,620, or about $28.18 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for HVAC Technicians is $62,937. Kentucky is -7% below the national median.
Entry-level hvac technicians in Kentucky typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 5,100 hvac technician jobs on record and a median salary of $58,620, Kentucky offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.