salary$71,080 a year$34 an hour · median pay in the Boulder, CO area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,900per year
Top pay (top 10%)$113,670per year
Jobs in the area340people work this job
Can a hvac technician afford Boulder?
Expensive. Rent of $2,220 a month takes 37.5% 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 Boulder, CO?
The median pay for a hvac technician in the Boulder, CO area is $71,080 a year ($34 an hour). Most earn between $48,900 and $113,670.
Can a hvac technician afford to live in Boulder?
Typical rent of $2,220 a month takes 37.5% 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 Boulder, CO metro area.