salary$64,760 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Modesto, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,820per year
Top pay (top 10%)$90,480per year
Jobs in the area470people work this job
Can a hvac technician afford Modesto?
Expensive. Rent of $1,988 a month takes 36.8% 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 Modesto, CA?
The median pay for a hvac technician in the Modesto, CA area is $64,760 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $47,820 and $90,480.
Can a hvac technician afford to live in Modesto?
Typical rent of $1,988 a month takes 36.8% 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 Modesto, CA metro area.