salary$56,680 a year$27 an hour · median pay in the Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,380per year
Top pay (top 10%)$76,270per year
Jobs in the area1,120people work this job
Can a hvac technician afford Lakeland?
Expensive. Rent of $1,676 a month takes 35.5% 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 Lakeland, FL?
The median pay for a hvac technician in the Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL area is $56,680 a year ($27 an hour). Most earn between $37,380 and $76,270.
Can a hvac technician afford to live in Lakeland?
Typical rent of $1,676 a month takes 35.5% 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 Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL metro area.