HVAC Jobs in Houston, TX
Find HVAC technician, installer, and apprentice jobs in Houston, TX. The metro employs about 7,680 HVAC pros earning an average of $60,390 per year.
$60,390
Avg Salary
7,680
HVAC Employed
Salary Distribution
10th Pct
$38,780
entry-level
25th Pct
$47,040
early career
Median
$58,940
typical wage
75th Pct
$73,900
experienced
90th Pct
$83,120
senior tech
Wage data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025.
Cost of Living
Disposable Income
$30,047
After taxes and 2-bedroom rent, per year
How we calculated this
$60,390
$5,263
$4,620
$0
$50,507
$20,460
$30,047
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
616
AC & refrigeration · NAICS 238222
HVAC Mechanics Employed
7,680
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
2A
Hot-Humid
Houston sits in a Hot-Humid 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.
