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HVAC Technician Salary
in Washington
HVAC Technicians in Washington (WA) earn a median of $67,600 a year, about $33 an hour. That runs roughly 18% above the national median for hvac technicians, with most earning between $43,300 and $108,100.
Bottom 10%
$43,300
WA Median
$67,600
Top 10%
$108,100
HVAC Technician pay by experience in Washington
- Apprentice / Helper$41,900$20/hr
Assisting installs and learning the trade.
- Service Technician$67,600$33/hr
EPA-certified and running calls solo.
- Lead / Senior Tech$93,300$45/hr
Commercial, controls, and crew-lead work.
HVAC Technician pay in Washington metros
- Seattle$64,200$31/hr
- Spokane$72,300$35/hr
- Tacoma$72,100$35/hr
Licensing in Washington
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 Washington?
- HVAC Technicians in Washington earn a median of $67,600 per year, about $33 per hour. That is roughly 18% above the national median. Most earn between $43,300 and $108,100.
- What is the highest-paying place for hvac technicians in Washington?
- Among Washington's major metros, Spokane tends to pay hvac technicians the most, near $72,300 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a hvac technician in Washington?
- 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 Washington 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 Washington by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.