Research Associate, Sr.

H-1B Salary Data · 10 certified filings

$73,845Avg. Salary
$67,000Minimum
$77,933Maximum

According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Research Associate, Sr. is $73,845 — 39% below 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 Research Associate, Sr.?

The average H-1B salary for Research Associate, Sr. is $73,845 based on 10 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $67,000 to $77,933.

$73,845
Average
$67,000
Minimum
$77,933
Maximum
10
Filings

Top Companies Hiring Research Associate, Sr.

CompanyAvg. SalaryFilings
Duke University $73,844 10
Section 2

Research Associate, Sr. Salaries by City

CityAvg. SalaryFilings
Durham, NC $73,844 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: Other. Updated: Q1 FY2025.