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H-1B data current through FY 2026 Q1

Lead Product Manager H-1B Visa Salary Data

There have been 878 certified H-1B filings for Lead Product Manager positions from FY 2020 to FY 2026. The median salary is $166,500, which is 27% higher than the overall H-1B median of $130,707.

878
Certified Filings
FY 2020-2026
$166,500
Median Salary
+27% vs national
$233,713
90th Percentile
Top earners
+20%
Salary Growth
Since FY 2020

Salary Distribution

Salary Range Distribution

Most Lead Product Manager H-1B salaries fall between $134,375 and $208,400.

Median Salary Trend

Lead Product Manager salaries have grown 20% from FY 2020 ($160,000) to FY 2026 ($191,400).

Top Employers & Locations

Top Employers for Lead Product Manager

Employer Filings Median
PAYPAL 59 $218,000
AT&T SERVICES 42 $155,000
MASTERCARD INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED 40 $118,000
EBAY 39 $225,956
CISCO 36 $176,100
NIKE 29 $181,487
ADP TECHNOLOGY SERVICES 26 $101,962
DOCUSIGN 24 $223,510
FEDEX DATAWORKS 22 $136,843
MASTERCARD TECHNOLOGIES 22 $119,000

Top Locations for Lead Product Manager

Location Filings Median
San Jose, CA (all jobs) 131 $219,027
San Francisco, CA (all jobs) 97 $211,400
New York, NY (all jobs) 68 $157,000
O'Fallon, MO 41 $118,000
Seattle, WA 30 $203,500
Dallas, TX 20 $150,994
Alpharetta, GA 17 $101,962
Charlotte, NC 17 $127,774
Boston, MA 16 $200,000
Beaverton, OR 14 $179,740

Key Insights

The median H-1B salary for Lead Product Manager is $166,500, based on 878 certified Labor Condition Applications from FY 2020 to FY 2026. This is 27% higher than the overall H-1B median of $130,707. Median pay has grown 20% since FY 2020 ($160,000 → $191,400).

Salaries span a $119,713 range from the 10th percentile ($114,000) to the 90th percentile ($233,713). The middle 50% of Lead Product Managers earn between $134,375 and $208,400, reflecting variation in experience, specific technical skills, company tier, and geographic location.

PAYPAL is the largest H-1B sponsor for this role, with 59 certified filings at a median salary of $218,000. Among the top sponsors, EBAY pays the highest median at $225,956. The pay spread across top employers is 122%.

Geographically, San Jose, CA has the highest concentration of Lead Product Manager H-1B filings (131) at a median of $219,027.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Lead Product Manager H-1B salary?

The median H-1B salary for Lead Product Manager positions is $166,500, based on 878 certified Labor Condition Applications from FY 2020 to FY 2026. This salary is 27% higher than the overall H-1B median of $130,707. Compensation varies significantly by employer type—large tech companies typically pay $208,400 to $233,713, while consulting firms and smaller employers may offer $114,000 to $134,375. Location also impacts pay, with coastal tech hubs commanding premium salaries.

10th percentile
$114,000
25th percentile
$134,375
Median
$166,500
75th percentile
$208,400
90th percentile
$233,713

Salaries range from $114,000 at the 10th percentile to $233,713 at the 90th percentile, showing a $119,713 spread. The 25th percentile is $134,375 and the 75th percentile is $208,400.

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

H-1B sponsorship for Lead Product 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.

PAYPAL is the largest H-1B sponsor for Lead Product Manager positions with 59 filings at a median salary of $218,000. AT&T SERVICES follows with 42 filings.

Where are Lead Product Manager H-1B jobs located?

Lead Product 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 Lead Product 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 Jose, CA has the highest concentration of Lead Product Manager H-1B filings with 131 positions at a median salary of $219,027.

How have Lead Product Manager salaries changed over time?

Lead Product Manager H-1B salaries have grown by +20% from FY 2020 to FY 2026, outpacing general inflation in most years. The median rose from $160,000 to $191,400 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
$160K
FY 22
$149K
FY 23
$159K
FY 24
$184K
FY 25
$160K
FY 26
$191K
$98K $250K

Year-by-year breakdown:

  • FY 2022: $148,600 (147 certified)
  • FY 2023: $158,500 (136 certified)
  • FY 2024: $184,000 (152 certified)
  • FY 2025: $159,650 (196 certified)
  • FY 2026: $191,400 (90 certified)