Cold winters, dry air, wind, and sharp temperature swings keep heating systems under heavy load across Wyoming. Average pay sits at $55,760/year with 690 HVAC techs employed across Cheyenne and Casper.
Salary Distribution
10th Pct
$37,840
entry-level
25th Pct
$44,550
early career
Median
$54,700
typical wage
75th Pct
$60,550
experienced
90th Pct
$79,050
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: Local building departments (municipal and county)
License type: Varies by municipality
Threshold or scope: All trade licensing at local level
Continuing education: Varies by municipality
Key details: Cheyenne, Casper, Laramie each maintain own programs. Wyoming SOS handles business registration only.
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
134
AC & refrigeration · NAICS 238222
HVAC Mechanics Employed
690
SOC 49-9021
12.47¢/kWh
Residential Electricity
#10 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
6B
Cold-Dry
extreme_heating
Heating dominates Wyoming's Cold-Dry 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 Wyoming earn a mean annual wage of $55,760, about 13.9% below the national mean of $64,800 (BLS OEWS, May 2025). Entry-level technicians (10th percentile) average $37,840, and experienced techs at the 90th percentile reach $79,050. See our full salary breakdown for percentile data and metro variation.
The largest HVAC job market in Wyoming is Cheyenne with about 200 HVAC mechanics. Each city page lists current openings and average pay for that metro.
Three of the most established HVAC programs in Wyoming are Sheridan College, Laramie County Community College, and Western Wyoming Community College. 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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