USCIS data analysis reveals significant trends in H-1B visa applications and salaries. A new tool, H-1B Agent, has ingested 20 years of data, highlighting that xAI offers the highest base pay exceeding $300,000. In the past year, USCIS approved 399,000 H-1B petitions, which is 4.7 times the annual cap of 85,000, indicating a high demand for skilled workers despite the cap limitations.
Key Details:
- Only 35% of H-1B petitions are for new jobs; the majority are extensions or transfers.
- Over half (52%) of H-1B workers in the U.S. are employed in programming roles.
- Median salaries for PhD holders in H-1B positions are $99,000, compared to $116,000 for those with bachelor’s degrees.
- Indian applicants face a staggering 134-year wait for EB-2 green cards, with a weighted lottery system starting in FY2027 favoring high-wage petitions.
This analysis underscores the competitive landscape for H-1B visa holders and the challenges faced by prospective immigrants. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: @iHarnoorSingh