H-1B Wage Level Calculator
Determine prevailing wage level for H-1B visa petitions.
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This calculator provides general estimates only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws, regulations, and court procedures vary significantly by jurisdiction. Consult a licensed attorney in your area for advice specific to your situation.
Inputs
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Results
Determined Wage Level
2
Meets Prevailing Wage
1
Applicable Prevailing Wage$82,000
Above Prevailing Wage$13,000
Below Prevailing Wage$0
% Above Prevailing15.9%
Competitiveness Score63/100
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the Offered Salary for the H-1B position.
- Input DOL Prevailing Wage levels 1–4 from the Foreign Labor Certification Data Center or LCA disclosure data.
- Review Determined Wage Level — Level 1 is entry, Level 4 is fully competent for the SOC code.
- Check Meets Requirement — the offered salary must equal or exceed the applicable prevailing wage.
- If the salary doesn't meet the prevailing wage, USCIS will deny the H-1B petition.
- Use prevailing wage data from the DOL iCERT portal for your specific SOC code, geographic area, and experience level.
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