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HVAC Technician Salary
in Michigan
HVAC Technicians in Michigan (MI) earn a median of $58,400 a year, about $28 an hour. That runs roughly 2% above the national median for hvac technicians, with most earning between $37,400 and $93,400.
Bottom 10%
$37,400
MI Median
$58,400
Top 10%
$93,400
HVAC Technician pay by experience in Michigan
- Apprentice / Helper$36,200$17/hr
Assisting installs and learning the trade.
- Service Technician$58,400$28/hr
EPA-certified and running calls solo.
- Lead / Senior Tech$80,600$39/hr
Commercial, controls, and crew-lead work.
HVAC Technician pay in Michigan metros
- Detroit$57,100$27/hr
- Grand Rapids$62,200$30/hr
- Warren$60,300$29/hr
Licensing in Michigan
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 Michigan?
- HVAC Technicians in Michigan earn a median of $58,400 per year, about $28 per hour. That is roughly 2% above the national median. Most earn between $37,400 and $93,400.
- What is the highest-paying place for hvac technicians in Michigan?
- Among Michigan's major metros, Grand Rapids tends to pay hvac technicians the most, near $62,200 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a hvac technician in Michigan?
- 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 Michigan 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 Michigan by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.