HVAC Jobs in Bakersfield, CA
Find HVAC technician, installer, and apprentice jobs in Bakersfield, CA. The metro employs about 680 HVAC pros earning an average of $70,240 per year.
$70,240
Avg Salary
680
HVAC Employed
Salary Distribution
10th Pct
$46,210
entry-level
25th Pct
$52,680
early career
Median
$66,400
typical wage
75th Pct
$78,790
experienced
90th Pct
$95,730
senior tech
Wage data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025.
Cost of Living
Disposable Income
$34,326
After taxes and 2-bedroom rent, per year
How we calculated this
$70,240
$7,294
$5,373
$4,214
$53,358
$19,032
$34,326
2BR rent based on HUD Fair Market Rent of $1,705/month for the metro.
Federal and FICA tax computed for a single filer using the standard deduction. State income tax uses state-specific brackets where applicable. Annual rent derived from HUD 2024 Fair Market Rent (FMR) for a 2-bedroom unit in this metro area.
Industry Snapshot
Contracting Businesses
46
AC & refrigeration · NAICS 238222
HVAC Mechanics Employed
680
SOC 49-9021 · BLS OEWS
Establishment data from BLS QCEW NAICS 238222. Employment Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025. Some smaller metros suppressed by BLS privacy rules.
Climate Profile
3B
Warm-Dry
Bakersfield sits in a Warm-Dry climate zone, where extreme summer heat drives year-round cooling demand. HVAC technicians here see peak service volume from May through September, with AC repair, refrigerant work, and high-SEER system installations dominating the work mix.
Climate zone classification per IECC 2021 (International Energy Conservation Code).
Getting Started
Step 1 · License
See requirements, cost, and how to apply on the state page.
Step 2 · Train
Earn while you learn. See verified union and non-union HVAC apprenticeship programs across Texas.
Step 3 · School
Compare HVAC trade school programs — length, cost, and credential focus.
Each step links to the Texas state page for full details. Texas-specific requirements may vary by city or county.
