Principal Data/AI Engineering
H-1B Salary Data · 13 certified filings
$178,140Avg. Salary
$157,797Minimum
$197,464Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Principal Data/AI Engineering is $178,140 — 47% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 13 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Principal Data/AI Engineering?
The average H-1B salary for Principal Data/AI Engineering is $178,140 based on 13 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $157,797 to $197,464.
$178,140
Average
$157,797
Minimum
$197,464
Maximum
13
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Principal Data/AI Engineering
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T SERVICES, INC. | $174,626 | 11 |
Section 2
Principal Data/AI Engineering Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Plano, TX | $181,547 | 10 |
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: General. Updated: Q1 FY2025.