Is There an HVAC School in Sioux City?
- Western Iowa Tech Community College in Sioux City, 2 miles away, offers Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Diploma and Air Conditioning Certificate.
- Northeast Community College in Norfolk, NE, 60 miles away, offers Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Associate of Applied Science Degree.
- EPA 608: 1 of these 2 schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
- HVAC pay in the Sioux City, IA-NE-SD metro area: a median $59,840 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Best HVAC Schools in Sioux City for What You Need
HVAC Schools in Sioux City and the Surrounding Area
Western Iowa Tech Community College
Offers a diploma and 2 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $5,186 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 36 conferred 2024–25
The closest campus to Sioux City; the most HVAC awards nearby (36 in 2024–25).
Covers Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
Northeast Community College
Offers an associate degree in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $3,840 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 17 conferred 2024–25
The lowest tuition of the 2 HVAC schools here ($3,840); some coursework online; a degree option on top of certificates.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
Tuition and HVAC awards: NCES College Navigator. Programs and topics: each school's own HVAC page, reviewed September 2026. Distances are straight-line from Sioux City.
Western Iowa Tech Community College and 1 More Programs Within 60 Miles
| School | Distance | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Iowa Tech Community CollegeSioux City | 2 miles | $5,186 | 36 | 50% |
| Northeast Community CollegeNorfolk, NE | 60 miles | $3,840 | 17 | 56% |
HVAC programs near Sioux City, sorted by straight-line distance. Tuition: 2024–25 full-time rate. Awards: HVAC credentials conferred (NCES College Navigator). Graduation rate is school-wide. Blank cells have no federal figure.
HVAC Classes in Sioux City: When Programs Meet
- Northeast Community CollegeCourses are offered in classroom-based and hybrid formats. The program requires a summer internship with an employer. Enrollment is limited and requires a separate HVAC program application.
Certificate or Associate Degree Near Sioux City?
Western Iowa Tech Community College offers certificates or diplomas only; Northeast Community College also awards an HVAC associate degree, which adds general education and usually takes about two years full time.
- Western Iowa Tech Community CollegeAir Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Diploma: 36 credits; Air Conditioning Certificate: 18 credits; Heating Certificate: 17 credits
- Northeast Community CollegeHeating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Associate of Applied Science Degree: 78 credits (2 years)
HVAC Technician Pay Around Sioux City
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in the Sioux City, IA-NE-SD metro area (200 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
Questions About HVAC Schools in Sioux City
How Much Do HVAC Schools in Sioux City Cost?
Northeast Community College charges the least, $3,840 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-state); Western Iowa Tech Community College charges $5,186. Tools and books cost extra (Northeast Community College budgets $1,144 for books and supplies).
How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Sioux City?
It depends on the credential. At Western Iowa Tech Community College, the closest program that publishes lengths, Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Diploma runs 36 credits. 1 of the 2 schools near Sioux City also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Sioux City?
HVAC mechanics and installers in the Sioux City, IA-NE-SD metro area earn a median $59,840 a year (BLS, May 2025), 2% below the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $81,880.
What Is the Best HVAC School Near Sioux City?
Northeast Community College scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 17 HVAC awards in 2024–25. Western Iowa Tech Community College ranks second.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified Near Sioux City?
Northeast Community College names EPA 608 preparation or testing on its HVAC program page.
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Sources
- Official HVAC program pages of the 2 schools above (each profile links to its page), reviewed September 2026.
- U.S. Department of Education, College Navigator (IPEDS).
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.