How much does a hvac mechanic make in Costa Rica?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₡468,900 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $11,180
- Compared with the median pay in Costa Rica
- 1.0 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where Costa Rica ranks among 144 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $100,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Iceland estimate | $86,780 |
| 2. Belgium estimate | $84,770 |
| 3. Switzerland estimate | $79,330 |
| 42. Qatar estimate | $12,730 |
| 43. Costa Rica estimate | $11,180 |
| 44. Palau estimate | $9,815 |
| 144. Kenya estimate | $153 |
Similar jobs
Craft and related trades workers
- Roofer₡4,131,200
- Tile installer₡4,902,700
- Plasterer₡4,905,800
- Insulator₡5,175,400
- Glazier₡4,965,500
- Plumber₡5,488,100
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hvac mechanic make a month in Costa Rica?
The median gross salary is ₡468,900 a month, ₡5,626,800 a year.
How much does a hvac mechanic make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₡4,739,200 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₡6,730,200.
Which country pays a hvac mechanic the most?
Australia, with a median of $66,550 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a hvac mechanic make more in Costa Rica or in United States?
In United States: $63,280 a year against $11,180 in Costa Rica, 5.7 times more.
Who makes more, a hvac mechanic or a roofer?
A hvac mechanic: ₡5,626,800 a year against ₡4,131,200 for a roofer, 1.4 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate