salary$62,160 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$45,540per year
Top pay (top 10%)$98,740per year
Jobs in the area3,080people work this job
Can a hvac technician afford Carmel?
Expensive. Rent of $2,004 a month takes 38.7% 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 Carmel, IN?
The median pay for a hvac technician in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN area is $62,160 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $45,540 and $98,740.
Can a hvac technician afford to live in Carmel?
Typical rent of $2,004 a month takes 38.7% 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 Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN metro area.