salary$62,580 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Fresno, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$43,920per year
Top pay (top 10%)$101,680per year
Jobs in the area1,300people work this job
Can a hvac technician afford Fresno?
Expensive. Rent of $1,789 a month takes 34.3% 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 Fresno, CA?
The median pay for a hvac technician in the Fresno, CA area is $62,580 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $43,920 and $101,680.
Can a hvac technician afford to live in Fresno?
Typical rent of $1,789 a month takes 34.3% 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 Fresno, CA metro area.