salary$62,140 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Pittsburgh, PA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,480per year
Top pay (top 10%)$92,710per year
Jobs in the area2,680people work this job
Can a hvac technician afford Pittsburgh?
Expensive. Rent of $1,621 a month takes 31.3% 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 Pittsburgh, PA?
The median pay for a hvac technician in the Pittsburgh, PA area is $62,140 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $46,480 and $92,710.
Can a hvac technician afford to live in Pittsburgh?
Typical rent of $1,621 a month takes 31.3% 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 Pittsburgh, PA metro area.