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Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers Salary in Colorado
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers make in Colorado?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$65,200
Median Annual Salary
▲
+2.8% vs 2024
$71,330
Mean Salary
$65,200
Median Salary
$31.35
Hourly Rate
8,940 people work as Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Colorado
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers salary by percentile in Colorado
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Colorado earn a median salary of $65,200 per year ($5,433/month).
This is 3.5% above the national average of $63,005.
Colorado ranks #16 out of 51 states for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers pay.
Approximately 8,940 people work in this occupation across Colorado.
Salaries increased by 2.8% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
Install or repair heating, central air conditioning, HVAC, or refrigeration systems, including oil burners, hot-air furnaces, and heating stoves.
Top Skills
Operations Monitoring
3.62
Critical Thinking
3.5
Troubleshooting
3.5
Reading Comprehension
3.38
Installation
3.38
Key Knowledge Areas
Mechanical
4.67
Building and Construction
4.18
Customer and Personal Service
4.03
Engineering and Technology
3.49
Computers and Electronics
3.29
Typical Education: Post-Secondary Certificate
(68.1% of workers)
Salary Range: Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Colorado
Salaries for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Colorado range from $48,220 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $103,640 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $58,050 and $82,010.
Median $65,200
P10: $48,220P25: $58,050P75: $82,010P90: $103,640
10th
$48,220
25th
$58,050
Median
$65,200
75th
$82,010
90th
$103,640
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$48,220
$23.18
$4,018
25th Percentile
$58,050
$27.91
$4,837
Median (50th)
$65,200
$31.35
$5,433
75th Percentile
$82,010
$39.43
$6,834
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$103,640
$49.83
$8,636
Note: The mean (average) salary of $71,330 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
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#16
Colorado ranks #16 of 51 states
$63,005
National avg. for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
How much do Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers make in Colorado?
The median annual salary for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Colorado is $65,200 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $71,330.
What is the salary range for a Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Colorado?
Salaries for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Colorado range from $48,220 at the 10th percentile to $103,640 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $58,050 and $82,010.
What is the starting salary for a Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Colorado?
Entry-level Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers positions in Colorado typically start around $48,220 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $58,050 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Colorado?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 8,940 people are employed as Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Colorado.
What is the hourly rate for a Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Colorado?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Colorado is approximately $31.35 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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