Senior Data Engineer I
H-1B Salary Data · 21 certified filings
$169,183Avg. Salary
$111,197Minimum
$198,500Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Senior Data Engineer I is $169,183 — 39% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 21 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Senior Data Engineer I?
The average H-1B salary for Senior Data Engineer I is $169,183 based on 21 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $111,197 to $198,500.
$169,183
Average
$111,197
Minimum
$198,500
Maximum
21
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Senior Data Engineer I
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| MCKINSEY & COMPANY, INC. UNITED STATES | $180,328 | 14 |
Section 2
Senior Data Engineer I Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | $174,440 | 5 |
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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.