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H-1B data current through FY 2026 Q3

President H-1B Visa Salary Data

There have been 157 certified H-1B filings for President positions from FY 2020 to FY 2026. The median salary is $218,000, which is 73% higher than the overall H-1B median of $126,302.

157
Certified Filings
FY 2020-2026
$218,000
Median Salary
+73% vs national
$380,000
90th Percentile
Top earners
+17%
Salary Growth
Since FY 2020

Salary Distribution

Salary Range Distribution

Most President H-1B salaries fall between $144,000 and $290,000.

Median Salary Trend

President salaries have grown 17% from FY 2020 ($238,347) to FY 2026 ($279,989).

Top Employers & Locations

Top Employers for President

Top Locations for President

Location Filings Median
New York, NY 21 $290,014
Houston, TX 10 $238,347
Miami, FL 8 $284,107
Washington, DC 7 $164,736
Denver, CO 5 $250,000
San Diego, CA 5 $223,134
Los Angeles, CA 4 $250,000
Compton, CA 4 $250,000
Chicago, IL 3 $120,000
Niagara Falls, NY 3 $288,525

Key Insights

The median H-1B salary for President is $218,000, based on 157 certified Labor Condition Applications from FY 2020 to FY 2026. This is 73% higher than the overall H-1B median of $126,302. Median pay has grown 17% since FY 2020 ($238,347 → $279,989).

Salaries span a $264,000 range from the 10th percentile ($116,000) to the 90th percentile ($380,000). The middle 50% of Presidents earn between $144,000 and $290,000, reflecting variation in experience, specific technical skills, company tier, and geographic location.

U.S. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT is the largest H-1B sponsor for this role, with 5 certified filings at a median salary of $238,347. Among the top sponsors, SRS INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT pays the highest median at $1,000,000. The pay spread across top employers is 492%.

Geographically, New York, NY has the highest concentration of President H-1B filings (21) at a median of $290,014.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average President H-1B salary?

The median H-1B salary for President positions is $218,000, based on 157 certified Labor Condition Applications from FY 2020 to FY 2026. This salary is 73% higher than the overall H-1B median of $126,302. Compensation varies significantly by employer type—large tech companies typically pay $290,000 to $380,000, while consulting firms and smaller employers may offer $116,000 to $144,000. Location also impacts pay, with coastal tech hubs commanding premium salaries.

10th percentile
$116,000
25th percentile
$144,000
Median
$218,000
75th percentile
$290,000
90th percentile
$380,000

Salaries range from $116,000 at the 10th percentile to $380,000 at the 90th percentile, showing a $264,000 spread. The 25th percentile is $144,000 and the 75th percentile is $290,000.

Which companies hire the most Presidents on H-1B?

H-1B sponsorship for President positions is primarily driven by universities, research institutions, and academic medical centers. These employers sponsor international scholars and researchers who bring specialized expertise and contribute to teaching, research, and academic programs. Salaries vary based on institution type, geographic location, and field of specialization.

U.S. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT is the largest H-1B sponsor for President positions with 5 filings at a median salary of $238,347. GARDEN HOUSE (USA) follows with 5 filings.

Where are President H-1B jobs located?

President 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 Presidents 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 President H-1B filings with 21 positions at a median salary of $290,014.

How have President salaries changed over time?

President H-1B salaries have grown by +17% from FY 2020 to FY 2026, outpacing general inflation in most years. The median rose from $238,347 to $279,989 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
$171K
FY 22
$200K
FY 23
$255K
FY 24
$223K
FY 25
$182K
FY 26
$280K
$72K $497K

Year-by-year breakdown:

  • FY 2022: $200,000 (25 certified)
  • FY 2023: $255,000 (27 certified)
  • FY 2024: $223,134 (15 certified)
  • FY 2025: $181,688 (30 certified)
  • FY 2026: $279,989 (23 certified)