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H-1B data current through FY 2026 Q1

Service Delivery Manager H-1B Visa Salary Data

There have been 213 certified H-1B filings for Service Delivery Manager positions from FY 2020 to FY 2026. The median salary is $115,154, which is 12% lower than the overall H-1B median of $130,707.

213
Certified Filings
FY 2020-2026
$115,154
Median Salary
-12% vs national
$157,702
90th Percentile
Top earners
+30%
Salary Growth
Since FY 2020

Salary Distribution

Salary Range Distribution

Most Service Delivery Manager H-1B salaries fall between $98,259 and $140,650.

Median Salary Trend

Service Delivery Manager salaries have grown 30% from FY 2020 ($110,000) to FY 2026 ($142,663).

Top Employers & Locations

Top Employers for Service Delivery Manager

Employer Filings Median
HCL 32 $126,547
AMERICAN EXPRESS TRAVEL RELATED SERVICES 17 $128,975
DELOITTE 14 $113,625
ARTECH 8 $80,000
HEXAWARE TECHNOLOGIES 8 $145,205
ERICSSON 7 $102,400
IBM 6 $100,651
IBM INDIA PRIVATE 5 $104,280
YASH TECHNOLOGIES 5 $150,000
APPS ASSOCIATES 5 $164,320

Top Locations for Service Delivery Manager

Location Filings Median
Phoenix, AZ 16 $128,975
Plano, TX 6 $103,866
Dallas, TX 6 $140,650
Atlanta, GA 6 $140,837
Redmond, WA 5 $130,000
New York, NY 5 $126,818
Charlotte, NC 5 $113,782
West Point, PA 5 $111,288
Erlanger, KY 4 $100,751
Princeton, NJ 4 $150,426

Key Insights

The median H-1B salary for Service Delivery Manager is $115,154, based on 213 certified Labor Condition Applications from FY 2020 to FY 2026. This is 12% lower than the overall H-1B median of $130,707. Median pay has grown 30% since FY 2020 ($110,000 → $142,663).

Salaries span a $75,875 range from the 10th percentile ($81,827) to the 90th percentile ($157,702). The middle 50% of Service Delivery Managers earn between $98,259 and $140,650, reflecting variation in experience, specific technical skills, company tier, and geographic location.

HCL is the largest H-1B sponsor for this role, with 32 certified filings at a median salary of $126,547. Among the top sponsors, APPS ASSOCIATES pays the highest median at $164,320. The pay spread across top employers is 105%.

Geographically, Phoenix, AZ has the highest concentration of Service Delivery Manager H-1B filings (16) at a median of $128,975. The highest-paying metro among the top locations is Princeton, NJ at $150,426.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Service Delivery Manager H-1B salary?

The median H-1B salary for Service Delivery Manager positions is $115,154, based on 213 certified Labor Condition Applications from FY 2020 to FY 2026. This salary is 12% lower than the overall H-1B median of $130,707. Compensation varies significantly by employer type—large tech companies typically pay $140,650 to $157,702, while consulting firms and smaller employers may offer $81,827 to $98,259. Location also impacts pay, with coastal tech hubs commanding premium salaries.

10th percentile
$81,827
25th percentile
$98,259
Median
$115,154
75th percentile
$140,650
90th percentile
$157,702

Salaries range from $81,827 at the 10th percentile to $157,702 at the 90th percentile, showing a $75,875 spread. The 25th percentile is $98,259 and the 75th percentile is $140,650.

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

The H-1B landscape for Service Delivery Manager roles includes both technology companies hiring directly and IT consulting firms that place workers at client sites. Direct-hire positions at tech companies often offer higher base salaries and equity packages, while consulting roles provide diverse project experience across industries.

HCL is the largest H-1B sponsor for Service Delivery Manager positions with 32 filings at a median salary of $126,547. AMERICAN EXPRESS TRAVEL RELATED SERVICES follows with 17 filings.

Where are Service Delivery Manager H-1B jobs located?

Service Delivery 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 Service Delivery 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.

Phoenix, AZ has the highest concentration of Service Delivery Manager H-1B filings with 16 positions at a median salary of $128,975. The highest-paying location is Atlanta, GA at $140,837 median.

How have Service Delivery Manager salaries changed over time?

Service Delivery Manager H-1B salaries have grown by +30% from FY 2020 to FY 2026, outpacing general inflation in most years. The median rose from $110,000 to $142,663 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
$112K
FY 22
$98K
FY 23
$117K
FY 24
$125K
FY 25
$112K
FY 26
$143K
$70K $165K

Year-by-year breakdown:

  • FY 2022: $98,259 (32 certified)
  • FY 2023: $116,854 (21 certified)
  • FY 2024: $125,424 (37 certified)
  • FY 2025: $111,779 (28 certified)
  • FY 2026: $142,663 (25 certified)