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HVAC Technician Salary
in New Jersey
HVAC Technicians in New Jersey (NJ) earn a median of $66,500 a year, about $32 an hour. That runs roughly 16% above the national median for hvac technicians, with most earning between $42,600 and $106,300.
Bottom 10%
$42,600
NJ Median
$66,500
Top 10%
$106,300
HVAC Technician pay by experience in New Jersey
- Apprentice / Helper$41,200$20/hr
Assisting installs and learning the trade.
- Service Technician$66,500$32/hr
EPA-certified and running calls solo.
- Lead / Senior Tech$91,800$44/hr
Commercial, controls, and crew-lead work.
HVAC Technician pay in New Jersey metros
- Newark$70,200$34/hr
- Jersey City$63,900$31/hr
- Paterson$64,900$31/hr
Licensing in New Jersey
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 New Jersey?
- HVAC Technicians in New Jersey earn a median of $66,500 per year, about $32 per hour. That is roughly 16% above the national median. Most earn between $42,600 and $106,300.
- What is the highest-paying place for hvac technicians in New Jersey?
- Among New Jersey's major metros, Newark tends to pay hvac technicians the most, near $70,200 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a hvac technician in New Jersey?
- 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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.