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H-1B data current through FY 2026 Q1

Chief Financial Officer H-1B Visa Salary Data

There have been 356 certified H-1B filings for Chief Financial Officer positions from FY 2020 to FY 2026. The median salary is $201,250, which is 54% higher than the overall H-1B median of $130,541.

356
Certified Filings
FY 2020-2026
$201,250
Median Salary
+54% vs national
$350,000
90th Percentile
Top earners
+49%
Salary Growth
Since FY 2020

Salary Distribution

Salary Range Distribution

Most Chief Financial Officer H-1B salaries fall between $131,040 and $288,330.

Median Salary Trend

Chief Financial Officer salaries have grown 49% from FY 2020 ($185,000) to FY 2026 ($275,000).

Top Employers & Locations

Top Employers for Chief Financial Officer

Employer Filings Median
MACHU PICCHU ENERGY 7 $100,000
MICRONESIA RESORT 5 $52,166
ANERI JEWELS 4 $120,037
ZACH TECHNOLOGY 4 $87,672
ILEARNINGENGINES 4 $300,000
JETTI SERVICES 3 $300,000
SIYARAM 3 $113,526
APOLLO FREIGHT 3 $140,000
OVERTIME SPORTS 3 $120,000
WINGED KEEL GROUP 3 $205,000

Top Locations for Chief Financial Officer

Location Filings Median
New York, NY (all jobs) 53 $205,000
San Francisco, CA 17 $230,000
Miami, FL 12 $152,000
Austin, TX 9 $250,000
Boston, MA 7 $202,301
Los Angeles, CA 7 $193,149
Houston, TX 6 $150,000
Weston, FL 6 $168,000
Doral, FL 5 $175,000
Chicago, IL 5 $300,000

Key Insights

The median H-1B salary for Chief Financial Officer is $201,250, based on 356 certified Labor Condition Applications from FY 2020 to FY 2026. This is 54% higher than the overall H-1B median of $130,541. Median pay has grown 49% since FY 2020 ($185,000 → $275,000).

Salaries span a $252,510 range from the 10th percentile ($97,490) to the 90th percentile ($350,000). The middle 50% of Chief Financial Officers earn between $131,040 and $288,330, reflecting variation in experience, specific technical skills, company tier, and geographic location.

MACHU PICCHU ENERGY is the largest H-1B sponsor for this role, with 7 certified filings at a median salary of $100,000. Among the top sponsors, ILEARNINGENGINES pays the highest median at $300,000. The pay spread across top employers is 475%.

Geographically, New York, NY has the highest concentration of Chief Financial Officer H-1B filings (53) at a median of $205,000. The highest-paying metro among the top locations is Chicago, IL at $300,000.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Chief Financial Officer H-1B salary?

The median H-1B salary for Chief Financial Officer positions is $201,250, based on 356 certified Labor Condition Applications from FY 2020 to FY 2026. This salary is 54% higher than the overall H-1B median of $130,541. Compensation varies significantly by employer type—large tech companies typically pay $288,330 to $350,000, while consulting firms and smaller employers may offer $97,490 to $131,040. Location also impacts pay, with coastal tech hubs commanding premium salaries.

10th percentile
$97,490
25th percentile
$131,040
Median
$201,250
75th percentile
$288,330
90th percentile
$350,000

Salaries range from $97,490 at the 10th percentile to $350,000 at the 90th percentile, showing a $252,510 spread. The 25th percentile is $131,040 and the 75th percentile is $288,330.

Which companies hire the most Chief Financial Officers on H-1B?

H-1B sponsorship for Chief Financial Officer 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.

MACHU PICCHU ENERGY is the largest H-1B sponsor for Chief Financial Officer positions with 7 filings at a median salary of $100,000. MICRONESIA RESORT follows with 5 filings.

Where are Chief Financial Officer H-1B jobs located?

Chief Financial Officer 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 Chief Financial Officers 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.

New York, NY has the highest concentration of Chief Financial Officer H-1B filings with 53 positions at a median salary of $205,000. The highest-paying location is Austin, TX at $250,000 median.

How have Chief Financial Officer salaries changed over time?

Chief Financial Officer H-1B salaries have grown by +49% from FY 2020 to FY 2026, outpacing general inflation in most years. The median rose from $185,000 to $275,000 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
$205K
FY 22
$210K
FY 23
$208K
FY 24
$242K
FY 25
$200K
FY 26
$275K
$69K $410K

Year-by-year breakdown:

  • FY 2022: $210,000 (59 certified)
  • FY 2023: $208,000 (49 certified)
  • FY 2024: $242,200 (49 certified)
  • FY 2025: $200,000 (69 certified)
  • FY 2026: $275,000 (11 certified)