Greensboro, North Carolina · HVAC Technician Salary
Median annual salary for HVAC mechanics and installers in Greensboro, North Carolina, estimated from BLS OEWS 2024 metro-area data (SOC 49-9021). Salaries range from $37,565 at the 25th percentile to $67,516 at the 75th.
25th Percentile
$37,565
Median
$50,764
75th Percentile
$67,516
vs. State Median
-2%
| Level | Est. Annual |
|---|---|
Apprentice / Helper 0–2 yrs | $35,535 |
Junior Tech 2–5 yrs | $44,672 |
Journeymanmedian 5–10 yrs | $50,764 |
Senior Tech 10–15 yrs | $58,379 |
Lead / Supervisor 15+ yrs | $64,978 |
Estimates apply BLS-observed seniority wage progression ratios to the Greensboro median. Actual pay depends on employer, company size, and specialization.
Required for any refrigerant work; universal vs. type-specific adds ~$1K
With cert: ~$54,264/yr
Fewer than 10% of techs hold NATE — scarcity drives the premium
With cert: ~$59,264/yr
Required in ~30 states; often the ceiling without it
With cert: ~$54,964/yr
Opens commercial and government service contracts
With cert: ~$52,764/yr
Premiums are additive and reflect national averages adjusted to the Greensboro wage level. Source: ACCA salary survey 2024.
| Specialization | Est. Median |
|---|---|
Residential Service Baseline — most common role in the area | $50,764 |
Commercial HVAC RTUs, chillers, AHUs — more system complexity | $57,871 |
Refrigeration Supermarket and cold-chain specialists command a consistent premium | $59,902 |
Controls / BMS Building automation is the highest-paying specialty by a wide margin | $67,008 |
New Construction Install Steady work but lower wages than service-call roles | $47,718 |
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Data source: BLS OEWS 2024, SOC 49-9021 · Metro-area adjustment applied · Last updated 2026
