Salary is one factor that leads to overall satisfaction in a career.
After graduation, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration technology graduates typically earn high salaries compared to the national average. Top earners make $115,339, while the bottom 20% make closer to $37,049. The median grad salary is $65,370.
Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology graduate salaries over time
The typical early career salary for someone with a bachelor’s degree in heating, air conditioning and refrigeration technology is $56,460, and within five years of graduation, this average salary goes up to $62,751.
This chart maps the average workforce wage by years of experience:
Wage ($USD)
Wage Range Median Wage
Years of work experience
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