Cold winters, mild-to-warm summers, and strong shoulder seasons drive heavy four-season HVAC demand across New Hampshire. Average pay runs $71,490/year — 10.4% above the national average — with 2,560 techs employed across Manchester.
Salary Distribution
10th Pct
$47,520
entry-level
25th Pct
$59,540
early career
Median
$73,850
typical wage
75th Pct
$80,090
experienced
90th Pct
$97,140
senior tech
Wage data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025
Metro Markets
Metro-level salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025. Cities ranked by HVAC employment count.
Licensing
Authority: NH Office of Professional Licensure & Certification (OPLC) — Mechanical Safety & Licensing Board
License type: Fuel Gas Piping Installer / Installation Tech / Service Tech (gas-fitting tiered)
Threshold or scope: Fuel gas piping & installation; no general HVAC contractor license at state level
Continuing education: Not published at state level; confirm with OPLC
Key details: Specific classroom/field hours by tier. Voluntary oil certifications available.
For the most current licensing rules, fees, and reciprocity details, always consult the state authority.
Apprenticeship Programs
4
Verified Programs
Apprenticeship sponsor data verified through union local primary sources, state Building Trades directories, and apprenticeship.gov.
Training
Program details vary by school. Verify cost, duration, and certification requirements directly with each institution.
Industry Density
Contracting Businesses
159
AC & refrigeration · NAICS 238222
HVAC Mechanics Employed
2,560
SOC 49-9021
23.4¢/kWh
Residential Electricity
#43 of 51
State Energy Rank
Establishment data from BLS QCEW NAICS 238222. Employment from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (SOC 49-9021). Electricity rates from EIA Electric Power Annual 2024.
Climate Profile
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Cold-Humid
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Heating dominates New Hampshire's Cold-Humid climate. Deep winters create high-stakes demand for furnace, boiler, and heat pump reliability — HVAC technicians here build careers around heating systems with short but intense summer cooling demand.
Climate zone classification per IECC 2021 (International Energy Conservation Code).
FAQ
HVAC mechanics and installers in New Hampshire earn a mean annual wage of $71,490, about 10.4% above the national mean of $64,800 (BLS OEWS, May 2025). Entry-level technicians (10th percentile) average $47,520, and experienced techs at the 90th percentile reach $97,140. See our full salary breakdown for percentile data and metro variation.
The largest HVAC job market in New Hampshire is Manchester with about 870 HVAC mechanics. Each city page lists current openings and average pay for that metro.
Three of the most established HVAC programs in New Hampshire are Manchester Community College, Manchester Community College, and University of New Hampshire. Programs typically run 6–24 months and prepare graduates for EPA Section 608 certification and entry-level positions. See our trade schools directory for full program details.
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