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HVAC Technician Salary
in Massachusetts
HVAC Technicians in Massachusetts (MA) earn a median of $68,800 a year, about $33 an hour. That runs roughly 20% above the national median for hvac technicians, with most earning between $44,000 and $109,900.
Bottom 10%
$44,000
MA Median
$68,800
Top 10%
$109,900
HVAC Technician pay by experience in Massachusetts
- Apprentice / Helper$42,700$21/hr
Assisting installs and learning the trade.
- Service Technician$68,800$33/hr
EPA-certified and running calls solo.
- Lead / Senior Tech$94,900$46/hr
Commercial, controls, and crew-lead work.
HVAC Technician pay in Massachusetts metros
- Boston$67,400$32/hr
- Worcester$65,500$31/hr
- Springfield$73,400$35/hr
Licensing in Massachusetts
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 Massachusetts?
- HVAC Technicians in Massachusetts earn a median of $68,800 per year, about $33 per hour. That is roughly 20% above the national median. Most earn between $44,000 and $109,900.
- What is the highest-paying place for hvac technicians in Massachusetts?
- Among Massachusetts's major metros, Springfield tends to pay hvac technicians the most, near $73,400 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a hvac technician in Massachusetts?
- 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 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.