Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Washington | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $75,660 | $62,937 | +20% |
| Median hourly wage | $36.38 | $30.26 | +20% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $70,710.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a HVAC Technician in Washington is $75,660, or about $36.38 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for HVAC Technicians is $62,937. Washington is +20% above the national median.
Entry-level hvac technicians in Washington typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 7,370 hvac technician jobs on record and a median salary of $75,660, Washington offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.