salary$66,040 a year$32 an hour · median pay in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,510per year
Top pay (top 10%)$97,810per year
Jobs in the area1,450people work this job
Can a hvac technician afford Albany?
Expensive. Rent of $1,656 a month takes 30.1% of the median hvac technician salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a hvac technician make in Albany, NY?
The median pay for a hvac technician in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY area is $66,040 a year ($32 an hour). Most earn between $47,510 and $97,810.
Can a hvac technician afford to live in Albany?
Typical rent of $1,656 a month takes 30.1% of the median hvac technician salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro area.