Home Repair Decoded

HVAC Technician Cost Per Hour in Washington

$91 – $164We estimate an HVAC technician in Washington bills about $91 to $164 an hour, based on the state's median wage of $36.38 from BLS (2025). The U.S. median is $29.33.

HVAC is one of the regulated contractor specialties in Washington, and each specialty requires its own registration with the Department of Labor & Industries.

Metro areas

PlaceMedian wageBilled lowBilled high
Seattle$38.51$96$173

What common jobs cost in Washington

JobLowHigh
AC Replacement$3,850$9,300
Furnace Replacement$3,050$8,800
Heat Pump Installation$4,550$12,000
Thermostat Replacement$120$580

Neighboring states

PlaceMedian wageBilled lowBilled high
Idaho$27.04$68$122
Oregon$30.26$76$136
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.