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HVAC Cost (2026 Estimates)

How much do hvac cost? National figures from cited sources, checked Oct 13, 2026.

National job cost

$0National normal range: $130 to $2,000$2,800

HVAC repair. Labor alone runs $100 to $250 per hour.

Estimate, national. Source: HomeAdvisor cost guide (updated Jun 19, 2026), checked Oct 13, 2026

What workers earn nationally

10th percentile$19.25/hr
Median$29.33/hr
90th percentile$45.78/hr

United States. What workers in this job earn per hour (SOC 49-9021, Heating, AC and refrigeration mechanics and installers), not what you pay. Company rates add overhead, insurance and travel. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025 data, series OEUN000000000000049902108, fetched Oct 13, 2026.

HVAC by city

Boston, MA

Median wage $37.75/hr

Austin, TX

Median wage $29.24/hr

Denver, CO

Median wage $34.41/hr

Frequently asked questions

How much do hvac cost?

HomeAdvisor's national normal range is $130 to $2,000 (checked Oct 13, 2026).

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