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H1B Salary Calculator

Compare H1B salaries by role and city. See how your offer stacks up against prevailing wage data.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the H1B prevailing wage?
The prevailing wage is the average wage paid to similarly employed workers in a specific occupation in the area of intended employment. Employers must pay H1B workers at least the prevailing wage or the actual wage, whichever is higher.
How accurate are these H1B salary figures?
All salary data comes directly from DOL Labor Condition Application (LCA) disclosures. These are the actual wages employers certified they would pay H1B workers.
What does the approval rate mean?
The approval (certification) rate shows what percentage of H1B applications for this role were certified by the DOL. A higher rate indicates the role is commonly approved for H1B sponsorship.
Should my H1B salary be above prevailing wage?
Yes. By law, H1B employers must pay at or above the prevailing wage. If your offer is below prevailing wage, the LCA will likely be denied. Many employers pay significantly above prevailing wage to attract talent.