SOC 15-1251 · DOL wage year 2026–27 · FY 2028 lottery
Computer Programmers H-1B wage levels in Memphis, TN-MS-AR
For the maximum 4 lottery entries, the offered salary must be at least $99,445. Level III starts at $83,013, Level II at $66,581 and Level I at $50,149.
What is the H-1B prevailing wage for Computer Programmers in Memphis, TN?
For the 2026–27 wage year (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027), the U.S. Department of Labor sets four H-1B prevailing wage levels for Computer Programmers (SOC 15-1251) in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR wage area: Level I is $50,149 a year, Level II $66,581, Level III $83,013 and Level IV $99,445. Under the weighted H-1B lottery, a registration is entered once per wage level, so an offer of $99,445 or more gets four entries, while an offer from $50,149 up to $66,580 gets one. DHS projects selection odds of about 15%, 31%, 46% and 61% for Levels I to IV. Among 100 major H-1B metros, Memphis, TN has the #87 highest Level IV wage for this job, 17% below the median metro ($119,850). These figures apply to the FY 2028 registration in March 2027.
| Wage level | Annual salary at least | Hourly | Lottery entries | DHS projected odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level I | $50,149 | $24.11 | 1 | 15.29% |
| Level II | $66,581 | $32.01 | 2 | 30.58% |
| Level III | $83,013 | $39.91 | 3 | 45.87% |
| Level IV | $99,445 | $47.81 | 4 | 61.16% |
Salary ladder
Where each level starts in Memphis, TN
Thresholds here are below the major-metro median, so a given salary earns more entries than in pricier metros.
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Frequently asked
What salary gets 4 H-1B lottery entries for Computer Programmers in Memphis, TN?
At least $99,445 a year ($47.81/hour), the DOL OEWS Level IV wage for SOC 15-1251 in this area for 2026–27.
Which counties does this wage area cover?
Crittenden County, AR; Benton County, MS; DeSoto County, MS; Marshall County, MS; Tate County, MS; Tunica County, MS; Fayette County, TN; Shelby County, TN; Tipton County, TN.
Do these numbers apply to the March 2027 registration?
Yes. The FY 2028 registration in March 2027 uses the wage year in effect then, July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027.
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Annual salary in U.S. dollars, rounded up. Source: DOL OFLC prevailing wage data, effective July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027, computed directly from the DOL file (methodology). Page updated 2026-10-14.