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HVAC Technician Salary
in North Dakota

HVAC Technicians in North Dakota (ND) earn a median of $56,200 a year, about $27 an hour. That runs roughly 2% below the national median for hvac technicians, with most earning between $36,000 and $89,800.

Bottom 10%
$36,000
ND Median
$56,200
Top 10%
$89,800

HVAC Technician pay by experience in North Dakota

  • Apprentice / Helper
    $34,800$17/hr

    Assisting installs and learning the trade.

  • Service Technician
    $56,200$27/hr

    EPA-certified and running calls solo.

  • Lead / Senior Tech
    $77,600$37/hr

    Commercial, controls, and crew-lead work.

HVAC Technician pay in North Dakota metros

  • Fargo$54,200$26/hr
  • Bismarck$58,000$28/hr
  • Grand Forks$55,900$27/hr

Licensing in North Dakota

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 North Dakota?
HVAC Technicians in North Dakota earn a median of $56,200 per year, about $27 per hour. That is roughly 2% below the national median. Most earn between $36,000 and $89,800.
What is the highest-paying place for hvac technicians in North Dakota?
Among North Dakota's major metros, Bismarck tends to pay hvac technicians the most, near $58,000 a year.
Do you need a license to work as a hvac technician in North Dakota?
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 North Dakota 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 North Dakota by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.