salary$58,970 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$38,310per year
Top pay (top 10%)$82,740per year
Jobs in the area7,060people work this job
Can a hvac technician afford Atlanta?
Expensive. Rent of $1,999 a month takes 40.7% 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 Atlanta, GA?
The median pay for a hvac technician in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA area is $58,970 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $38,310 and $82,740.
Can a hvac technician afford to live in Atlanta?
Typical rent of $1,999 a month takes 40.7% 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 Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area.