Audiologists
SOC Code: 29-1181 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Assess and treat persons with hearing and related disorders. May fit hearing aids and provide auditory training. May perform research related to hearing problems.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Audiologists. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reno, NV | $50,170 | $86,070 | $121,992 | $157,893 |
| Carson City, NV | $50,170 | $86,070 | $121,992 | $157,893 |
| Balance of Nevada nonmetropolitan area | $53,664 | $84,989 | $116,293 | $147,618 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $100,901 | $116,438 | $131,955 | $147,493 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $92,664 | $110,802 | $128,918 | $147,056 |
| Yuba City, CA | $98,322 | $114,525 | $130,749 | $146,952 |
| North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area | $96,034 | $112,944 | $129,834 | $146,744 |
| North Valley-Northern Mountains Region of California nonmetropolitan area | $95,722 | $112,694 | $129,667 | $146,640 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $81,640 | $103,293 | $124,946 | $146,598 |
| Napa, CA | $95,264 | $112,237 | $129,230 | $146,203 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Bexar County Hospital District | 3 | $85,287 |
| Texas Children's Hospital | 2 | $98,945 |
| HearX West, LLC | 2 | $94,744 |
| Rex Hospital, Inc. | 2 | $81,369 |
| Audiology Services Company USA, LLC | 2 | $87,500 |
| Scott & White Clinic | 2 | $96,844 |
| LIFESTYLE HEARING CORPORATION USA, INC. | 2 | $86,000 |
| DRISCOLL CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL | 2 | $145,600 |
| SUTTER BAY MEDICAL FOUNDATION | 2 | $125,414 |
| Wellstar Medical Group, LLC | 2 | $80,177 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2 | $76,960 |
| 2021 | 4 | $79,016 |
| 2022 | 4 | $74,518 |
| 2023 | 3 | $85,660 |
| 2024 | 20 | $102,279 |
| 2025 | 18 | $90,511 |
| 2026 | 1 | $73,944 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | 4.1 | |
| Active Listening | 4.1 | |
| Active Learning | 4.0 | |
| Writing | 4.0 | |
| Speaking | 4.0 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 4.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 4.0 | |
| Monitoring | 3.8 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.8 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.6 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.8 |
| Therapy and Counseling | 4.6 |
| Psychology | 4.3 |
| Medicine and Dentistry | 4.3 |
| English Language | 4.2 |
| Computers and Electronics | 4.1 |
| Sales and Marketing | 4.1 |
| Biology | 4.0 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Post-first professional | 95.5% |
| Other | 4.5% |
Typical Tasks
- Examine and clean patients' ear canals.
- Educate and supervise audiology students and health care personnel.
- Develop and supervise hearing screening programs.
- Counsel and instruct patients and their families in techniques to improve hearing and communication related to hearing loss.
- Evaluate hearing and balance disorders to determine diagnoses and courses of treatment.
- Program and monitor cochlear implants to fit the needs of patients.
- Participate in conferences or training to update or share knowledge of new hearing or balance disorder treatment methods or technologies.
- Conduct or direct research on hearing or balance topics and report findings to help in the development of procedures, technology, or treatments.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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