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Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers Salary in Connecticut
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers make in Connecticut?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$76,610
Median Annual Salary
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+3.7% vs 2024
$73,590
Mean Salary
$76,610
Median Salary
$36.83
Hourly Rate
3,800 people work as Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Connecticut
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers salary by percentile in Connecticut
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Connecticut earn a median salary of $76,610 per year ($6,384/month).
This is 21.6% above the national average of $63,005.
Connecticut ranks #5 out of 51 states for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers pay.
Approximately 3,800 people work in this occupation across Connecticut.
Salaries increased by 3.7% 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 Connecticut
Salaries for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Connecticut range from $45,280 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $100,160 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $60,360 and $86,650.
Median $76,610
P10: $45,280P25: $60,360P75: $86,650P90: $100,160
10th
$45,280
25th
$60,360
Median
$76,610
75th
$86,650
90th
$100,160
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$45,280
$21.77
$3,773
25th Percentile
$60,360
$29.02
$5,030
Median (50th)
$76,610
$36.83
$6,384
75th Percentile
$86,650
$41.66
$7,220
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$100,160
$48.15
$8,346
Note: The mean (average) salary of $73,590 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
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#5
Connecticut ranks #5 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 Connecticut?
The median annual salary for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Connecticut is $76,610 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $73,590.
What is the salary range for a Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Connecticut?
Salaries for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Connecticut range from $45,280 at the 10th percentile to $100,160 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $60,360 and $86,650.
What is the starting salary for a Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Connecticut?
Entry-level Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers positions in Connecticut typically start around $45,280 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $60,360 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Connecticut?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 3,800 people are employed as Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Connecticut.
What is the hourly rate for a Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Connecticut?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Connecticut is approximately $36.83 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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