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H-1B data current through FY 2026 Q1

General Manager H-1B Visa Salary Data

There have been 469 certified H-1B filings for General Manager positions from FY 2020 to FY 2026. The median salary is $100,000, which is 23% lower than the overall H-1B median of $130,541.

469
Certified Filings
FY 2020-2026
$100,000
Median Salary
-23% vs national
$200,000
90th Percentile
Top earners
+32%
Salary Growth
Since FY 2020

Salary Distribution

Salary Range Distribution

Most General Manager H-1B salaries fall between $75,000 and $145,288.

Median Salary Trend

General Manager salaries have grown 32% from FY 2020 ($120,000) to FY 2026 ($158,829).

Top Employers & Locations

Top Employers for General Manager

Employer Filings Median
LTIMINDTREE 17 $176,519
GONZALES SERVICES 8 $58,261
SHAKTI RESTAURANTS 6 $124,072
UST GLOBAL 5 $325,000
DETROIT IMPORT EXPORT 4 $80,371
BLIND SPOT 4 $74,173
MAS NAPLES 4 $167,000
5TH INDIA BAZAAR 4 $78,645
AARYAN 3 $71,968
HILTON DOMESTIC OPERATING 3 $230,001

Top Locations for General Manager

Location Filings Median
Miami, FL 25 $110,760
New York, NY 24 $90,000
Houston, TX 16 $80,600
San Francisco, CA 15 $191,838
Austin, TX 8 $93,760
Winchester, VA 8 $58,261
Cupertino, CA 6 $190,000
Parsippany, NJ 6 $124,072
San Diego, CA 5 $78,000
San Jose, CA 5 $85,000

Key Insights

The median H-1B salary for General Manager is $100,000, based on 469 certified Labor Condition Applications from FY 2020 to FY 2026. This is 23% lower than the overall H-1B median of $130,541. Median pay has grown 32% since FY 2020 ($120,000 → $158,829).

Salaries span a $139,680 range from the 10th percentile ($60,320) to the 90th percentile ($200,000). The middle 50% of General Managers earn between $75,000 and $145,288, reflecting variation in experience, specific technical skills, company tier, and geographic location.

LTIMINDTREE is the largest H-1B sponsor for this role, with 17 certified filings at a median salary of $176,519. Among the top sponsors, UST GLOBAL pays the highest median at $325,000. The pay spread across top employers is 458%.

Geographically, Miami, FL has the highest concentration of General Manager H-1B filings (25) at a median of $110,760. The highest-paying metro among the top locations is San Francisco, CA at $191,838.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average General Manager H-1B salary?

The median H-1B salary for General Manager positions is $100,000, based on 469 certified Labor Condition Applications from FY 2020 to FY 2026. This salary is 23% lower than the overall H-1B median of $130,541. Compensation varies significantly by employer type—large tech companies typically pay $145,288 to $200,000, while consulting firms and smaller employers may offer $60,320 to $75,000. Location also impacts pay, with coastal tech hubs commanding premium salaries.

10th percentile
$60,320
25th percentile
$75,000
Median
$100,000
75th percentile
$145,288
90th percentile
$200,000

Salaries range from $60,320 at the 10th percentile to $200,000 at the 90th percentile, showing a $139,680 spread. The 25th percentile is $75,000 and the 75th percentile is $145,288.

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

H-1B sponsorship for General 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.

LTIMINDTREE is the largest H-1B sponsor for General Manager positions with 17 filings at a median salary of $176,519. GONZALES SERVICES follows with 8 filings.

Where are General Manager H-1B jobs located?

General 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 General 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.

Miami, FL has the highest concentration of General Manager H-1B filings with 25 positions at a median salary of $110,760. The highest-paying location is San Francisco, CA at $191,838 median.

How have General Manager salaries changed over time?

General Manager H-1B salaries have grown by +32% from FY 2020 to FY 2026, outpacing general inflation in most years. The median rose from $120,000 to $158,829 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
$120K
FY 22
$110K
FY 23
$104K
FY 24
$90K
FY 25
$90K
FY 26
$159K
$53K $222K

Year-by-year breakdown:

  • FY 2022: $110,000 (72 certified)
  • FY 2023: $104,000 (70 certified)
  • FY 2024: $90,000 (84 certified)
  • FY 2025: $89,918 (100 certified)
  • FY 2026: $158,829 (8 certified)