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Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers Salary in Washington
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers make in Washington?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$75,660
Median Annual Salary
▲
+11.9% vs 2024
$78,860
Mean Salary
$75,660
Median Salary
$36.38
Hourly Rate
7,370 people work as Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Washington
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers salary by percentile in Washington
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Washington earn a median salary of $75,660 per year ($6,305/month).
This is 20.1% above the national average of $63,005.
Washington ranks #7 out of 51 states for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers pay.
Approximately 7,370 people work in this occupation across Washington.
Salaries increased by 11.9% 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 Washington
Salaries for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Washington range from $48,810 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $120,360 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $60,170 and $93,970.
Median $75,660
P10: $48,810P25: $60,170P75: $93,970P90: $120,360
10th
$48,810
25th
$60,170
Median
$75,660
75th
$93,970
90th
$120,360
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$48,810
$23.47
$4,067
25th Percentile
$60,170
$28.93
$5,014
Median (50th)
$75,660
$36.38
$6,305
75th Percentile
$93,970
$45.18
$7,830
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$120,360
$57.87
$10,030
Note: The mean (average) salary of $78,860 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#7
Washington ranks #7 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 Washington?
The median annual salary for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Washington is $75,660 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $78,860.
What is the salary range for a Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Washington?
Salaries for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Washington range from $48,810 at the 10th percentile to $120,360 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $60,170 and $93,970.
What is the starting salary for a Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Washington?
Entry-level Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers positions in Washington typically start around $48,810 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $60,170 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Washington?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 7,370 people are employed as Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Washington.
What is the hourly rate for a Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Washington?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers in Washington is approximately $36.38 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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