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HVAC Technician Salary
in Colorado
HVAC Technicians in Colorado (CO) earn a median of $61,900 a year, about $30 an hour. That runs roughly 8% above the national median for hvac technicians, with most earning between $39,600 and $98,900.
Bottom 10%
$39,600
CO Median
$61,900
Top 10%
$98,900
HVAC Technician pay by experience in Colorado
- Apprentice / Helper$38,400$18/hr
Assisting installs and learning the trade.
- Service Technician$61,900$30/hr
EPA-certified and running calls solo.
- Lead / Senior Tech$85,400$41/hr
Commercial, controls, and crew-lead work.
HVAC Technician pay in Colorado metros
- Denver$65,100$31/hr
- Colorado Springs$61,700$30/hr
- Aurora$61,800$30/hr
Licensing in Colorado
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 Colorado?
- HVAC Technicians in Colorado earn a median of $61,900 per year, about $30 per hour. That is roughly 8% above the national median. Most earn between $39,600 and $98,900.
- What is the highest-paying place for hvac technicians in Colorado?
- Among Colorado's major metros, Denver tends to pay hvac technicians the most, near $65,100 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a hvac technician in Colorado?
- 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 Colorado 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 Colorado by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.