salary$56,780 a year$27 an hour · median pay in the Knoxville, TN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$39,120per year
Top pay (top 10%)$84,810per year
Jobs in the area1,470people work this job
Can a hvac technician afford Knoxville?
Expensive. Rent of $1,544 a month takes 32.6% 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 Knoxville, TN?
The median pay for a hvac technician in the Knoxville, TN area is $56,780 a year ($27 an hour). Most earn between $39,120 and $84,810.
Can a hvac technician afford to live in Knoxville?
Typical rent of $1,544 a month takes 32.6% 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 Knoxville, TN metro area.