salary$65,260 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,650per year
Top pay (top 10%)$98,810per year
Jobs in the area2,580people work this job
Can a hvac technician afford Portland?
Expensive. Rent of $1,874 a month takes 34.5% 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 Portland, OR?
The median pay for a hvac technician in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA area is $65,260 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $48,650 and $98,810.
Can a hvac technician afford to live in Portland?
Typical rent of $1,874 a month takes 34.5% 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 Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area.