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HVAC Technician Salary
in Kentucky
HVAC Technicians in Kentucky (KY) earn a median of $52,100 a year, about $25 an hour. That runs roughly 9% below the national median for hvac technicians, with most earning between $33,400 and $83,400.
Bottom 10%
$33,400
KY Median
$52,100
Top 10%
$83,400
HVAC Technician pay by experience in Kentucky
- Apprentice / Helper$32,300$16/hr
Assisting installs and learning the trade.
- Service Technician$52,100$25/hr
EPA-certified and running calls solo.
- Lead / Senior Tech$71,900$35/hr
Commercial, controls, and crew-lead work.
HVAC Technician pay in Kentucky metros
- Louisville$55,600$27/hr
- Lexington$49,900$24/hr
- Bowling Green$50,900$24/hr
Licensing in Kentucky
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 Kentucky?
- HVAC Technicians in Kentucky earn a median of $52,100 per year, about $25 per hour. That is roughly 9% below the national median. Most earn between $33,400 and $83,400.
- What is the highest-paying place for hvac technicians in Kentucky?
- Among Kentucky's major metros, Louisville tends to pay hvac technicians the most, near $55,600 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a hvac technician in Kentucky?
- 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 Kentucky 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 Kentucky by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.