salary$48,890 a year$24 an hour · median pay in the Athens-Clarke County, GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$35,790per year
Top pay (top 10%)$69,010per year
Jobs in the area240people work this job
Can a hvac technician afford Athens?
Expensive. Rent of $1,426 a month takes 35.0% 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 Athens, GA?
The median pay for a hvac technician in the Athens-Clarke County, GA area is $48,890 a year ($24 an hour). Most earn between $35,790 and $69,010.
Can a hvac technician afford to live in Athens?
Typical rent of $1,426 a month takes 35.0% 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 Athens-Clarke County, GA metro area.