SOC 15-2051 · DOL wage year 2026–27 · FY 2028 lottery
Data Scientists H-1B wage levels in Rochester, NY
For the maximum 4 lottery entries, the offered salary must be at least $116,959. Level III starts at $96,762, Level II at $76,586 and Level I at $56,389.
What is the H-1B prevailing wage for Data Scientists in Rochester, NY?
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 Data Scientists (SOC 15-2051) in the Rochester, NY wage area: Level I is $56,389 a year, Level II $76,586, Level III $96,762 and Level IV $116,959. Under the weighted H-1B lottery, a registration is entered once per wage level, so an offer of $116,959 or more gets four entries, while an offer from $56,389 up to $76,585 gets one. DHS projects selection odds of about 15%, 31%, 46% and 61% for Levels I to IV. Among 100 major H-1B metros, Rochester, NY has the #83 highest Level IV wage for this job, 11% below the median metro ($131,519). 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 | $56,389 | $27.11 | 1 | 15.29% |
| Level II | $76,586 | $36.82 | 2 | 30.58% |
| Level III | $96,762 | $46.52 | 3 | 45.87% |
| Level IV | $116,959 | $56.23 | 4 | 61.16% |
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Where each level starts in Rochester, NY
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 Data Scientists in Rochester, NY?
At least $116,959 a year ($56.23/hour), the DOL OEWS Level IV wage for SOC 15-2051 in this area for 2026–27.
Which counties does this wage area cover?
Livingston County, NY; Monroe County, NY; Ontario County, NY; Orleans County, NY; Wayne County, NY.
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.