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HVAC Technician Salary
in Virginia
HVAC Technicians in Virginia (VA) earn a median of $59,600 a year, about $29 an hour. That runs roughly 4% above the national median for hvac technicians, with most earning between $38,200 and $95,300.
Bottom 10%
$38,200
VA Median
$59,600
Top 10%
$95,300
HVAC Technician pay by experience in Virginia
- Apprentice / Helper$37,000$18/hr
Assisting installs and learning the trade.
- Service Technician$59,600$29/hr
EPA-certified and running calls solo.
- Lead / Senior Tech$82,200$40/hr
Commercial, controls, and crew-lead work.
HVAC Technician pay in Virginia metros
- Virginia Beach$57,600$28/hr
- Richmond$63,100$30/hr
- Arlington$62,100$30/hr
Licensing in Virginia
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 Virginia?
- HVAC Technicians in Virginia earn a median of $59,600 per year, about $29 per hour. That is roughly 4% above the national median. Most earn between $38,200 and $95,300.
- What is the highest-paying place for hvac technicians in Virginia?
- Among Virginia's major metros, Richmond tends to pay hvac technicians the most, near $63,100 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a hvac technician in Virginia?
- 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 Virginia 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 Virginia by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.