Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| California | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $72,560 | $62,937 | +15% |
| Median hourly wage | $34.88 | $30.26 | +15% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $65,547.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a HVAC Technician in California is $72,560, or about $34.88 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for HVAC Technicians is $62,937. California is +15% above the national median.
Entry-level hvac technicians in California typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 35,130 hvac technician jobs on record and a median salary of $72,560, California offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.