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HVAC Technician Salary
in Arkansas
HVAC Technicians in Arkansas (AR) earn a median of $48,700 a year, about $23 an hour. That runs roughly 15% below the national median for hvac technicians, with most earning between $31,200 and $77,900.
Bottom 10%
$31,200
AR Median
$48,700
Top 10%
$77,900
HVAC Technician pay by experience in Arkansas
- Apprentice / Helper$30,200$15/hr
Assisting installs and learning the trade.
- Service Technician$48,700$23/hr
EPA-certified and running calls solo.
- Lead / Senior Tech$67,200$32/hr
Commercial, controls, and crew-lead work.
HVAC Technician pay in Arkansas metros
- Little Rock$48,200$23/hr
- Fayetteville$48,000$23/hr
- Fort Smith$47,300$23/hr
Licensing in Arkansas
HVAC techs need a federal EPA Section 608 certification to handle refrigerant, and most states add their own license to install or service systems.
Frequently asked
- How much do hvac technicians make in Arkansas?
- HVAC Technicians in Arkansas earn a median of $48,700 per year, about $23 per hour. That is roughly 15% below the national median. Most earn between $31,200 and $77,900.
- What is the highest-paying place for hvac technicians in Arkansas?
- Among Arkansas's major metros, Little Rock tends to pay hvac technicians the most, near $48,200 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a hvac technician in Arkansas?
- Yes. HVAC techs need a federal EPA Section 608 certification to handle refrigerant, and most states add their own license to install or service systems. Licensing in Arkansas is handled at the state level, and a licensed person is required to permit and sign off on most work.
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Figures are estimates for 2026, anchored to national wage data and localized for Arkansas by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.