Disclosure: This page contains affiliate links marked with (Ad). If you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Learn more
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers Salary in Virginia
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers make in Virginia?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$59,730
Median Annual Salary
▼
-1.5% vs 2024
$61,190
Mean Salary
$59,730
Median Salary
$28.72
Hourly Rate
14,690 people work as Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Virginia
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers salary by percentile in Virginia
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Virginia earn a median salary of $59,730 per year ($4,977/month).
This is 5.2% below the national average of $63,005.
Virginia ranks #33 out of 51 states for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers pay.
Approximately 14,690 people work in this occupation across Virginia.
Salaries decreased by 1.5% 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 Virginia
Salaries for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Virginia range from $39,760 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $83,420 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $47,910 and $73,440.
Median $59,730
P10: $39,760P25: $47,910P75: $73,440P90: $83,420
10th
$39,760
25th
$47,910
Median
$59,730
75th
$73,440
90th
$83,420
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$39,760
$19.12
$3,313
25th Percentile
$47,910
$23.03
$3,992
Median (50th)
$59,730
$28.72
$4,977
75th Percentile
$73,440
$35.31
$6,120
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$83,420
$40.11
$6,951
Note: The mean (average) salary of $61,190 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#33
Virginia ranks #33 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 Virginia?
The median annual salary for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Virginia is $59,730 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $61,190.
What is the salary range for a Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Virginia?
Salaries for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Virginia range from $39,760 at the 10th percentile to $83,420 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $47,910 and $73,440.
What is the starting salary for a Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Virginia?
Entry-level Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers positions in Virginia typically start around $39,760 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $47,910 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Virginia?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 14,690 people are employed as Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Virginia.
What is the hourly rate for a Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Virginia?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Virginia is approximately $28.72 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.
We use cookies to improve your experience, analyze site traffic, and serve relevant ads.
You can choose which categories to allow. For details, see our
Privacy Policy and
Cookie List.