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HVAC Technician Salary
in Maryland

HVAC Technicians in Maryland (MD) earn a median of $63,000 a year, about $30 an hour. That runs roughly 10% above the national median for hvac technicians, with most earning between $40,400 and $100,800.

Bottom 10%
$40,400
MD Median
$63,000
Top 10%
$100,800

HVAC Technician pay by experience in Maryland

  • Apprentice / Helper
    $39,100$19/hr

    Assisting installs and learning the trade.

  • Service Technician
    $63,000$30/hr

    EPA-certified and running calls solo.

  • Lead / Senior Tech
    $86,900$42/hr

    Commercial, controls, and crew-lead work.

HVAC Technician pay in Maryland metros

  • Baltimore$62,800$30/hr
  • Columbia$65,500$31/hr
  • Germantown$60,900$29/hr

Licensing in Maryland

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 Maryland?
HVAC Technicians in Maryland earn a median of $63,000 per year, about $30 per hour. That is roughly 10% above the national median. Most earn between $40,400 and $100,800.
What is the highest-paying place for hvac technicians in Maryland?
Among Maryland's major metros, Columbia tends to pay hvac technicians the most, near $65,500 a year.
Do you need a license to work as a hvac technician in Maryland?
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 Maryland is handled at the state level, and a licensed person is required to permit and sign off on most work.

HVAC Technician pay in other states

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Figures are estimates for 2026, anchored to national wage data and localized for Maryland by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.