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HVAC Technician Salary
in Oregon

HVAC Technicians in Oregon (OR) 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
OR Median
$63,000
Top 10%
$100,800

HVAC Technician pay by experience in Oregon

  • 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 Oregon metros

  • Portland$63,600$31/hr
  • Salem$64,800$31/hr
  • Eugene$63,700$31/hr

Licensing in Oregon

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 Oregon?
HVAC Technicians in Oregon 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 Oregon?
Among Oregon's major metros, Salem tends to pay hvac technicians the most, near $64,800 a year.
Do you need a license to work as a hvac technician in Oregon?
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 Oregon 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 Oregon by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.