Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
Role Overview
Install or repair heating, central air conditioning, HVAC, or refrigeration systems, including oil burners, hot-air furnaces, and heating stoves.
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Salary by State (top paying)
| State | Median salary |
|---|---|
| Alaska | $83,660 |
| District of Columbia | $83,390 |
| Massachusetts | $76,990 |
| Connecticut | $73,910 |
| Minnesota | $73,390 |
| Illinois | $71,620 |
| New Jersey | $69,800 |
| Washington | $67,630 |
| North Dakota | $66,770 |
| New York | $66,670 |
| California | $65,290 |
| Maryland | $65,000 |
| New Hampshire | $64,410 |
| Hawaii | $63,780 |
| Rhode Island | $63,580 |
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Median Annual Salary
$59,810
Projected Growth (10yr)
+8.1%
Avg. annual openings
40.1k
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