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H-1B data current through FY 2026 Q1

Business Operations Manager H-1B Visa Salary Data

There have been 296 certified H-1B filings for Business Operations Manager positions from FY 2020 to FY 2026. The median salary is $125,486, which is 4% lower than the overall H-1B median of $130,541.

296
Certified Filings
FY 2020-2026
$125,486
Median Salary
-4% vs national
$195,000
90th Percentile
Top earners
+-9%
Salary Growth
Since FY 2020

Salary Distribution

Salary Range Distribution

Most Business Operations Manager H-1B salaries fall between $97,906 and $170,000.

Median Salary Trend

Business Operations Manager salaries have grown -9% from FY 2020 ($114,000) to FY 2026 ($104,000).

Top Employers & Locations

Top Employers for Business Operations Manager

Employer Filings Median
CISCO 52 $123,200
ZS ASSOCIATES 35 $190,000
MICROSOFT 15 $145,000
META 11 $195,000
HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE 6 $113,610
PEOPLE CENTER 6 $213,000
NEDIA ENTERPRISES 5 $75,005
ZENLEADS 5 $176,800
BOX 4 $133,786
SLIDERULE LABS 3 $114,000

Top Locations for Business Operations Manager

Location Filings Median
San Francisco, CA 43 $140,000
San Jose, CA 26 $137,363
New York, NY 25 $170,000
Research Triangle Park, NC 14 $107,400
Menlo Park, CA 11 $177,000
San Mateo, CA 9 $182,000
Sunnyvale, CA 7 $150,466
Philadelphia, PA 7 $190,000
Princeton, NJ 7 $187,000
Evanston, IL 6 $194,500

Key Insights

The median H-1B salary for Business Operations Manager is $125,486, based on 296 certified Labor Condition Applications from FY 2020 to FY 2026. This is 4% lower than the overall H-1B median of $130,541. Median pay has grown -9% since FY 2020 ($114,000 → $104,000).

Salaries span a $123,000 range from the 10th percentile ($72,000) to the 90th percentile ($195,000). The middle 50% of Business Operations Managers earn between $97,906 and $170,000, reflecting variation in experience, specific technical skills, company tier, and geographic location.

CISCO is the largest H-1B sponsor for this role, with 52 certified filings at a median salary of $123,200. Among the top sponsors, PEOPLE CENTER pays the highest median at $213,000. The pay spread across top employers is 184%.

Geographically, San Francisco, CA has the highest concentration of Business Operations Manager H-1B filings (43) at a median of $140,000. The highest-paying metro among the top locations is Evanston, IL at $194,500.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Business Operations Manager H-1B salary?

The median H-1B salary for Business Operations Manager positions is $125,486, based on 296 certified Labor Condition Applications from FY 2020 to FY 2026. This salary is 4% lower than the overall H-1B median of $130,541. Compensation varies significantly by employer type—large tech companies typically pay $170,000 to $195,000, while consulting firms and smaller employers may offer $72,000 to $97,906. Location also impacts pay, with coastal tech hubs commanding premium salaries.

10th percentile
$72,000
25th percentile
$97,906
Median
$125,486
75th percentile
$170,000
90th percentile
$195,000

Salaries range from $72,000 at the 10th percentile to $195,000 at the 90th percentile, showing a $123,000 spread. The 25th percentile is $97,906 and the 75th percentile is $170,000.

Which companies hire the most Business Operations Managers on H-1B?

H-1B sponsorship for Business Operations Manager positions spans various industries and employer types. The top sponsors reflect where demand for this role is highest, with compensation varying based on employer size, industry sector, and geographic location. Larger employers often have established visa sponsorship programs and immigration support.

CISCO is the largest H-1B sponsor for Business Operations Manager positions with 52 filings at a median salary of $123,200. ZS ASSOCIATES follows with 35 filings.

Where are Business Operations Manager H-1B jobs located?

Business Operations Manager H-1B positions are concentrated in major tech hubs and metropolitan areas with strong technology ecosystems. The San Francisco Bay Area (including San Jose, Sunnyvale, and Mountain View) and Seattle-Redmond corridor dominate due to headquarters of major tech employers. New York City attracts Business Operations Managers across finance, media, and tech sectors. Emerging hubs like Austin, Denver, and Raleigh-Durham offer growing opportunities with lower costs of living compared to coastal cities.

San Francisco, CA has the highest concentration of Business Operations Manager H-1B filings with 43 positions at a median salary of $140,000. The highest-paying location is Menlo Park, CA at $177,000 median.

How have Business Operations Manager salaries changed over time?

Business Operations Manager H-1B salaries have changed by -9% from FY 2020 to FY 2026, outpacing general inflation in most years. The median rose from $114,000 to $104,000 during this period. This growth reflects increasing demand for skilled tech workers, competitive hiring among major employers, and broader salary inflation in the technology sector. The distribution has also widened, with top-tier companies offering increasingly premium compensation to attract talent, while entry-level positions have seen more modest gains.

Salary Distribution by Year
FY 21
$142K
FY 22
$140K
FY 23
$115K
FY 24
$123K
FY 25
$129K
FY 26
$104K
$61K $212K

Year-by-year breakdown:

  • FY 2022: $140,000 (63 certified)
  • FY 2023: $114,500 (43 certified)
  • FY 2024: $123,200 (51 certified)
  • FY 2025: $128,544 (45 certified)
  • FY 2026: $104,000 (7 certified)