National Prevailing Wage Thresholds — Financial Analysts (SOC 13-2051)
Annual equivalents. Source: OFLC Prevailing Wage Data. Last updated 2026-05-02.
Real LCA Filing Stats
Wage Level Distribution (Real Filings)
Based on 185 filings with wage level data.
Top States for Financial Analysts H-1B Filings
| State | Avg Wage | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| NY | $157,553 | 83 |
| CA | $130,530 | 35 |
| TX | $105,938 | 11 |
| GA | $108,867 | 9 |
| MA | $146,766 | 6 |
| IL | $92,784 | 6 |
| PA | $115,197 | 5 |
| CT | $135,404 | 5 |
Top H-1B Employers for Financial Analysts
| Employer | Avg Wage | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| BLACKROCK FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, INC. | $135,700 | 27 |
| Stout Risius Ross, LLC | $93,842 | 19 |
| JPMORGAN CHASE & CO. | $184,783 | 18 |
| BlackRock Investment Management, LLC | $127,988 | 8 |
| MORGAN STANLEY & CO, LLC | $215,000 | 5 |
| Carbon Reduction Capital, LLC | $114,338 | 4 |
| BlackRock Institutional Trust Company, N.A. | $142,000 | 4 |
| IQVIA RDS Inc. | $161,660 | 4 |
Wage Trend by Year
| Year | Avg Wage | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $118,037 | 6 |
| 2021 | $108,165 | 13 |
| 2022 | $139,608 | 14 |
| 2023 | $115,277 | 21 |
| 2024 | $152,607 | 72 |
| 2025 | $128,141 | 62 |
| 2026 | $143,333 | 3 |
Calculate Your Exact Wage Level
Enter the specific job requirements — degree, experience, supervision duties — and get the DOL-calculated level with real comparison data.
Open the Interactive CalculatorHow the H-1B Wage Level is Determined for Financial Analysts
Under the Department of Labor's prevailing wage determination process (NPWHC Policy Guidance, November 2009), the wage level for an H-1B petition is not simply based on job title or salary — it's calculated by analyzing the specific requirements of the position. This protects U.S. workers from wage depression and ensures H-1B workers are fairly compensated.
The Four Wage Levels
- Level I – Entry ($61,422/yr nationally): Position requires only basic understanding of the occupation. Assignments are routine, closely supervised, with limited latitude for judgment.
- Level II – Qualified ($78,332/yr nationally): Some judgment and independent decision-making required. Duties are more complex but still within prescribed parameters.
- Level III – Experienced ($94,827/yr nationally): Significant judgment, evaluation, and independent action. May supervise others. Complex tasks requiring experience-based expertise.
- Level IV – Fully Competent ($111,092/yr nationally): Highest level of competence. Uses advanced, specialized knowledge. May direct others. Handles novel or critical situations independently.
DOL Scoring Factors
Starting from a baseline of Level I, points are added based on job requirements:
- Education above bachelor's degree: Master's or J.D. = +1 point; PhD, M.D., D.V.M., D.D.S. = +2 points
- Experience: 2–4 years = +1 point; 5 or more years = +2 points
- Supervisory duties: Any supervision of others = +1 point
- Special requirements: Professional license, foreign language fluency, or additional certification = +1 each, capped at +2 total
Scores map to levels: 0 points = Level I, 1 point = Level II, 2 points = Level III, 3+ points = Level IV.
Why Wage Level Matters for H-1B Approval
USCIS scrutinizes petitions where the offered wage matches a Level I or II designation for a position that appears to require significantly more expertise. A mismatch between job duties and wage level can result in an RFE (Request for Evidence) or denial. Based on 191 certified LCA filings for Financial Analysts, the median wage is $125,000 — use this as a benchmark when evaluating your offer's competitiveness.
Prevailing Wage by Metro Area
The national wage thresholds shown above are baseline figures. Prevailing wages vary significantly by metropolitan area — San Francisco, Seattle, and New York typically run 20–40% above the national average for tech occupations. Use the interactive calculator with your specific metro area for the most accurate threshold.