salary$72,550 a year$35 an hour · median pay in the Salinas, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$49,590per year
Top pay (top 10%)$115,990per year
Jobs in the area300people work this job
Can a hvac technician afford Salinas?
Expensive. Rent of $2,412 a month takes 39.9% 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 Salinas, CA?
The median pay for a hvac technician in the Salinas, CA area is $72,550 a year ($35 an hour). Most earn between $49,590 and $115,990.
Can a hvac technician afford to live in Salinas?
Typical rent of $2,412 a month takes 39.9% 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 Salinas, CA metro area.