HVAC in Colorado: Jobs, Certifications & Pay
Colorado HVAC salaries, license requirements and active job openings: everything you need to plan your career in the Colorado trades.
Colorado HVAC Market at a Glance
HVAC job market data for Colorado: median pay, projected growth through 2032 and annual job openings, from CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor).
Colorado HVAC Salary by Career Stage
See what HVAC workers in Colorado earn at every stage of their career, from entry-level apprenticeships to top-earning contractors.
Apprentice Hvac
Median Annual Salary
$23 to $27
$48K to $58K
Journeyman Hvac
Median Annual Salary
$27 to $31
$58K to $65K
Master Hvac
Median Annual Salary
$31 to $39
$65K to $82K
Contractor
Median Annual Salary
$39 to $49+
$82K to $103K+
Source: CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor), May 2025 wages.
Top Colorado HVAC Jobs
Live HVAC job openings across Colorado. Browse current postings from top employers and contractors hiring now by pay rate, schedule, work environment plus more.
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See all HVAC jobs→Per Diem HVAC Jobs in Colorado
Travel for work, earn more. Per diem HVAC jobs in Colorado include daily allowances for lodging and meals on top of hourly pay, generally untaxed when paid for temporary travel under an employer's accountable plan.
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Per Diem HVAC Jobs Pay More
Per diem positions let skilled tradespeople travel while earning premium pay. These short-term assignments add daily allowances for lodging, meals and incidentals on top of hourly pay, generally untaxed under an employer's accountable plan.
Higher Earning Potential
Daily allowances for lodging and meals on top of HVAC hourly pay
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Travel for high-paying HVAC jobs
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Top 10 Highest-Paying US States for HVAC
The 10 US states where HVAC workers earn the most at the top of their career, ranked by annual salary. Click any state to explore HVAC jobs and career data there.
Source: CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor), May 2025 wages.
| Rank | State | Annual Salary | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alaska | $102,100 | $49.12/hr |
| 2 | District of Columbia | $101,900 | $49.01/hr |
| 3 | New Jersey | $96,900 | $46.59/hr |
| 4 | Illinois | $96,000 | $46.17/hr |
| 5 | Maryland | $95,700 | $46.05/hr |
| 6 | Massachusetts | $95,000 | $45.71/hr |
| 7 | Washington | $93,900 | $45.18/hr |
| 8 | California | $90,700 | $43.65/hr |
| 9 | New York | $88,100 | $42.37/hr |
| 10 | Minnesota | $87,100 | $41.92/hr |
Most jobs right now
These are the states with the most open HVAC jobs right now. There is plenty of work out there, so find the job that fits you and start getting hired today.
Colorado HVAC FAQ
Common questions about HVAC careers in Colorado: licensing, salaries, per diem opportunities, and how to get started.
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Ready to Build Your HVAC Career in Colorado?
HVAC jobs in Colorado aren't just paychecks. They're careers with real earning potential, job security, and a community of tradespeople who show up and get things built. Colorado contractors are hiring HVAC workers right now. Find hvac jobs, build your trade file, and take the next step in your career.