Counsel
H-1B Salary Data · 24 certified filings
$348,572Avg. Salary
$75,000Minimum
$700,000Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Counsel is $348,572 — 187% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 24 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Counsel?
The average H-1B salary for Counsel is $348,572 based on 24 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $75,000 to $700,000.
$348,572
Average
$75,000
Minimum
$700,000
Maximum
24
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Counsel
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP | $410,000 | 3 |
| Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | $480,000 | 3 |
Section 2
Counsel Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | $380,195 | 19 |
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Section 3
Pay for this role varies by DOL wage level — see the H-1B wage levels I–IV explained with prevailing wage data per level.
Source: US Department of Labor LCA Disclosure Data. Category: Legal. Updated: Q1 FY2025.