salary$63,150 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Madison, WI area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$45,450per year
Top pay (top 10%)$100,900per year
Jobs in the area1,020people work this job
Can a hvac technician afford Madison?
Expensive. Rent of $1,723 a month takes 32.7% 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 Madison, WI?
The median pay for a hvac technician in the Madison, WI area is $63,150 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $45,450 and $100,900.
Can a hvac technician afford to live in Madison?
Typical rent of $1,723 a month takes 32.7% 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 Madison, WI metro area.