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HVAC Technician Salary
in West Virginia

HVAC Technicians in West Virginia (WV) earn a median of $50,400 a year, about $24 an hour. That runs roughly 12% below the national median for hvac technicians, with most earning between $32,300 and $80,600.

Bottom 10%
$32,300
WV Median
$50,400
Top 10%
$80,600

HVAC Technician pay by experience in West Virginia

  • Apprentice / Helper
    $31,200$15/hr

    Assisting installs and learning the trade.

  • Service Technician
    $50,400$24/hr

    EPA-certified and running calls solo.

  • Lead / Senior Tech
    $69,600$33/hr

    Commercial, controls, and crew-lead work.

HVAC Technician pay in West Virginia metros

  • Charleston$50,200$24/hr
  • Huntington$48,100$23/hr
  • Morgantown$50,200$24/hr

Licensing in West 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 West Virginia?
HVAC Technicians in West Virginia earn a median of $50,400 per year, about $24 per hour. That is roughly 12% below the national median. Most earn between $32,300 and $80,600.
What is the highest-paying place for hvac technicians in West Virginia?
Among West Virginia's major metros, Charleston tends to pay hvac technicians the most, near $50,200 a year.
Do you need a license to work as a hvac technician in West 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 West 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 West Virginia by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.