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H-1B data current through FY 2026 Q1

Senior Tax Associate H-1B Visa Salary Data

There have been 166 certified H-1B filings for Senior Tax Associate positions from FY 2020 to FY 2026. The median salary is $91,000, which is 30% lower than the overall H-1B median of $130,541.

166
Certified Filings
FY 2020-2026
$91,000
Median Salary
-30% vs national
$110,000
90th Percentile
Top earners
+24%
Salary Growth
Since FY 2020

Salary Distribution

Salary Range Distribution

Most Senior Tax Associate H-1B salaries fall between $82,000 and $100,000.

Median Salary Trend

Senior Tax Associate salaries have grown 24% from FY 2020 ($80,000) to FY 2026 ($99,000).

Top Employers & Locations

Top Employers for Senior Tax Associate

Employer Filings Median
BDO USA, LLP 39 $88,000
BDO USA, P.C 23 $98,500
BAKER TILLY ADVISORY GROUP 15 $96,500
BAKER TILLY US, LLP 13 $90,646
PROSPECT ADMINISTRATION 4 $95,000
KBF CPAS LLP 4 $105,000
ACG, LLP 3 $88,000
SENSIBA LLP 3 $97,000
TONNESON & , P.C 2 $85,000
WISS & , LLP 2 $84,000

Top Locations for Senior Tax Associate

Location Filings Median
San Francisco, CA 14 $96,500
San Jose, CA 14 $101,670
New York, NY 10 $100,000
Pleasanton, CA 9 $91,000
Irvine, CA 9 $75,000
Chicago, IL 9 $90,000
Miami, FL 8 $95,000
Boston, MA 7 $85,000
Denver, CO 7 $94,000
Los Angeles, CA 6 $86,000

Key Insights

The median H-1B salary for Senior Tax Associate is $91,000, based on 166 certified Labor Condition Applications from FY 2020 to FY 2026. This is 30% lower than the overall H-1B median of $130,541. Median pay has grown 24% since FY 2020 ($80,000 → $99,000).

Salaries span a $35,800 range from the 10th percentile ($74,200) to the 90th percentile ($110,000). The middle 50% of Senior Tax Associates earn between $82,000 and $100,000, reflecting variation in experience, specific technical skills, company tier, and geographic location.

BDO USA, LLP is the largest H-1B sponsor for this role, with 39 certified filings at a median salary of $88,000. Among the top sponsors, KBF CPAS LLP pays the highest median at $105,000. The pay spread across top employers is 25%.

Geographically, San Francisco, CA has the highest concentration of Senior Tax Associate H-1B filings (14) at a median of $96,500. The highest-paying metro among the top locations is San Jose, CA at $101,670.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Senior Tax Associate H-1B salary?

The median H-1B salary for Senior Tax Associate positions is $91,000, based on 166 certified Labor Condition Applications from FY 2020 to FY 2026. This salary is 30% lower than the overall H-1B median of $130,541. Compensation varies significantly by employer type—large tech companies typically pay $100,000 to $110,000, while consulting firms and smaller employers may offer $74,200 to $82,000. Location also impacts pay, with coastal tech hubs commanding premium salaries.

10th percentile
$74,200
25th percentile
$82,000
Median
$91,000
75th percentile
$100,000
90th percentile
$110,000

Salaries range from $74,200 at the 10th percentile to $110,000 at the 90th percentile, showing a $35,800 spread. The 25th percentile is $82,000 and the 75th percentile is $100,000.

Which companies hire the most Senior Tax Associates on H-1B?

H-1B sponsorship for Senior Tax Associate 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.

BDO USA, LLP is the largest H-1B sponsor for Senior Tax Associate positions with 39 filings at a median salary of $88,000. BDO USA, P.C follows with 23 filings.

Where are Senior Tax Associate H-1B jobs located?

Senior Tax Associate 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 Senior Tax Associates 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 Senior Tax Associate H-1B filings with 14 positions at a median salary of $96,500. The highest-paying location is San Jose, CA at $101,670 median.

How have Senior Tax Associate salaries changed over time?

Senior Tax Associate H-1B salaries have grown by +24% from FY 2020 to FY 2026, outpacing general inflation in most years. The median rose from $80,000 to $99,000 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
$90K
FY 22
$88K
FY 23
$95K
FY 24
$96K
FY 25
$100K
FY 26
$99K
$66K $121K

Year-by-year breakdown:

  • FY 2022: $87,500 (28 certified)
  • FY 2023: $94,500 (32 certified)
  • FY 2024: $95,500 (27 certified)
  • FY 2025: $100,000 (30 certified)
  • FY 2026: $99,000 (1 certified)