HVAC Technician Cost Per Hour in North Carolina
$69 – $124We estimate an HVAC technician in North Carolina bills about $69 to $124 an hour, based on the state's median wage of $27.53 from BLS (2025). The U.S. median is $29.33.
The State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors licenses HVAC contractors in North Carolina.
Metro areas
| Place | Median wage | Billed low | Billed high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte | $28.77 | $72 | $129 |
What common jobs cost in North Carolina
| Job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| AC Replacement | $3,800 | $9,000 |
| Furnace Replacement | $2,900 | $8,250 |
| Heat Pump Installation | $4,400 | $11,500 |
| Thermostat Replacement | $100 | $500 |
Neighboring states
| Place | Median wage | Billed low | Billed high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $27.11 | $68 | $122 |
| South Carolina | $27.22 | $68 | $122 |
| Tennessee | $26.68 | $67 | $120 |
| Virginia | $28.72 | $72 | $129 |
Sources
General information, not professional advice. Conditions, codes and prices vary. Turn off power, gas or water before any work, and hire a licensed professional when in doubt. Cost figures are our estimates, not quotes.