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HVAC Technician Salary
in Kansas
HVAC Technicians in Kansas (KS) earn a median of $53,300 a year, about $26 an hour. That runs roughly 7% below the national median for hvac technicians, with most earning between $34,100 and $85,200.
Bottom 10%
$34,100
KS Median
$53,300
Top 10%
$85,200
HVAC Technician pay by experience in Kansas
- Apprentice / Helper$33,000$16/hr
Assisting installs and learning the trade.
- Service Technician$53,300$26/hr
EPA-certified and running calls solo.
- Lead / Senior Tech$73,600$35/hr
Commercial, controls, and crew-lead work.
HVAC Technician pay in Kansas metros
- Wichita$55,700$27/hr
- Overland Park$53,800$26/hr
- Kansas City$56,900$27/hr
Licensing in Kansas
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 Kansas?
- HVAC Technicians in Kansas earn a median of $53,300 per year, about $26 per hour. That is roughly 7% below the national median. Most earn between $34,100 and $85,200.
- What is the highest-paying place for hvac technicians in Kansas?
- Among Kansas's major metros, Kansas City tends to pay hvac technicians the most, near $56,900 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a hvac technician in Kansas?
- 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 Kansas 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 Kansas by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.