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HVAC Technician Salary in Columbus, Ohio

Updated 2026-04-05BLS 2024 data — be the first to add a local report

Salary Distribution

BLS 2024
$50,997/ year

Median HVAC Technician in Columbus, OH

$30,652
10th
$37,380
25th
$50,997
Median
$66,750
75th
$81,435
90th

Compensation Breakdown

BLS 2024
Base salary (median)
$50,997
Total compensation (est.)
$58,647
Bonus range
$2,100 – $9,000
Mean salary
$54,057

How This Compares

Columbus, OH median
$50,997
Ohio median
$58,446-12.7%
National median
$57,300-11.0%

Cost of living in Columbus is 11% below the national average. Salary of $50,997 here is equivalent to $57,300 nationally.

Salary by Experience

0-2 years
$36,718-28.0%
3-5 years
$46,407-9.0%
6-10 years
$57,117+12.0%
10+ years
$70,376+38.0%

Salary by Company Size

Startup (< 100 employees)
$44,877-12.0%
Mid-size (100–5,000)
$50,997
Enterprise (5,000+)
$60,176+18.0%

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HVAC Technician Salaries in Nearby Cities

Cleveland, OH$48,705/yr
Cincinnati, OH$49,278/yr
Toledo, OH$57,300/yr
Akron, OH$57,300/yr
Dayton, OH$57,300/yr

Related Jobs in Columbus

Electrician$54,815/yr
Plumber$54,780/yr
Carpenter$50,365/yr
Welder$41,839/yr
Pipefitter$54,780/yr

Quick Numbers

Hourly (40hr week)$25/hr
Monthly gross$4,250/mo
25th percentile$37,380/yr
75th percentile$66,750/yr

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Market Context

via FRED

Fed Funds Rate

Mar 2026

3.64%

Inflation (CPI)

year-over-year

2.4%+0.04

National Unemployment

Mar 2026

4.3%-0.10

Ohio Unemployment

Dec 2025

4.5%

Avg Hourly Earnings

all private workers

$37.38+$0.09

10yr Treasury

Apr 2026

4.31%

Source: St. Louis Fed (FRED). Updated daily.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average HVAC Technician salary in Columbus?

The median HVAC Technician salary in Columbus is $50,997 per year, with a range from $37,380 at the 25th percentile to $66,750 at the 75th percentile. Total compensation including bonuses typically runs higher — see the breakdown above for the full picture.

How does HVAC Technician pay in Columbus compare to the national average?

HVAC Technician salaries in Columbus are 11% below the national median of $57,300. After adjusting for Columbus's cost of living, the purchasing power of that salary is equivalent to roughly $57,300 nationally — which is the number that actually matters when comparing offers across cities.

What factors affect HVAC Technician salaries in Columbus?

In Columbus, the biggest drivers are years of experience, company size, and industry vertical. Entry-level HVAC Technician roles start around $30,652, while senior and staff-level positions at larger employers can reach $81,435 or above. Specialized skills and in-demand tools can also meaningfully shift where you land in the range.

Is Columbus a good place for HVAC Technician jobs?

Columbus offers a HVAC Technician median of $50,997, which is 11% below the US median of $57,300. Whether that makes it a good market depends on your personal cost-of-living equation — Columbus is 11% cheaper than the national average, so factor that into your math.

How do I negotiate a higher HVAC Technician salary?

Start with the data on this page: the 75th percentile for HVAC Technician in Columbus is $66,750, which is a defensible anchor for a negotiation. Come in with a specific number backed by real market data — not a range — and reference your experience tier. If you're above the median, ask for the 75th percentile. If you're already at the 75th, push for total comp improvements like equity or bonus instead.