Senior Researcher
H-1B Salary Data · 47 certified filings
$136,871Avg. Salary
$59,655Minimum
$233,000Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Senior Researcher is $136,871 — 13% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 47 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Senior Researcher?
The average H-1B salary for Senior Researcher is $136,871 based on 47 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $59,655 to $233,000.
$136,871
Average
$59,655
Minimum
$233,000
Maximum
47
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Senior Researcher
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| General Motors | $134,310 | 8 |
| Tencent America LLC | $184,999 | 7 |
| Fujitsu Research of America, Inc | $160,750 | 4 |
| Dolby Laboratories, Inc. | $168,582 | 3 |
| University of Louisville | $62,488 | 3 |
Section 2
Senior Researcher Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CA | $167,889 | 5 |
| Warren, MI | $137,217 | 6 |
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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.