R&D Engineering
H-1B Salary Data · 29 certified filings
$171,427Avg. Salary
$109,311Minimum
$282,298Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for R&D Engineering is $171,427 — 41% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 29 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for R&D Engineering?
The average H-1B salary for R&D Engineering is $171,427 based on 29 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $109,311 to $282,298.
$171,427
Average
$109,311
Minimum
$282,298
Maximum
29
Filings
Top Companies Hiring R&D Engineering
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Synopsys, Inc. | $171,427 | 29 |
Section 2
R&D Engineering Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Sunnyvale, CA | $202,683 | 14 |
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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: Engineering. Updated: Q1 FY2025.