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HVAC Technician Salary
in Wisconsin
HVAC Technicians in Wisconsin (WI) earn a median of $57,300 a year, about $28 an hour. That runs roughly 0% above the national median for hvac technicians, with most earning between $36,700 and $91,600.
Bottom 10%
$36,700
WI Median
$57,300
Top 10%
$91,600
HVAC Technician pay by experience in Wisconsin
- Apprentice / Helper$35,500$17/hr
Assisting installs and learning the trade.
- Service Technician$57,300$28/hr
EPA-certified and running calls solo.
- Lead / Senior Tech$79,100$38/hr
Commercial, controls, and crew-lead work.
HVAC Technician pay in Wisconsin metros
- Milwaukee$59,900$29/hr
- Madison$55,000$26/hr
- Green Bay$59,800$29/hr
Licensing in Wisconsin
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 Wisconsin?
- HVAC Technicians in Wisconsin earn a median of $57,300 per year, about $28 per hour. That is roughly 0% above the national median. Most earn between $36,700 and $91,600.
- What is the highest-paying place for hvac technicians in Wisconsin?
- Among Wisconsin's major metros, Milwaukee tends to pay hvac technicians the most, near $59,900 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a hvac technician in Wisconsin?
- 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 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.