Principal, Applied Scientist

H-1B Salary Data · 10 certified filings

$240,427Avg. Salary
$211,058Minimum
$257,421Maximum

According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Principal, Applied Scientist is $240,427 — 98% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 10 certified filings across all employers.

Section 1

What is the average H-1B salary for Principal, Applied Scientist?

The average H-1B salary for Principal, Applied Scientist is $240,427 based on 10 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $211,058 to $257,421.

$240,427
Average
$211,058
Minimum
$257,421
Maximum
10
Filings

Top Companies Hiring Principal, Applied Scientist

CompanyAvg. SalaryFilings
Amazon.com Services LLC $239,855 9
Section 2

Principal, Applied Scientist Salaries by City

CityAvg. SalaryFilings
Seattle, WA $237,641 7
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: Research & Academia. Updated: Q1 FY2025.