H-1B Backend Engineer Salary in Pennsylvania
Based on 75 certified H-1B LCA filings statewide · DOL data FY2022–2026
Across 75 certified Labor Condition Applications for Backend Engineer roles across Pennsylvania, the average certified wage is $116,719, with most offers between $98K and $138K. Wages vary by metro area within the state — see the breakdown below.
DOL Prevailing Wage Levels — Pennsylvania
| Wage Level | Description | Annual Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Level I | Entry-level, basic understanding of duties | $73,000 |
| Level II | Qualified, some supervision required | $95,000 |
| Level III ★ | Experienced, works independently (most common) | $118,000 |
| Level IV | Senior / Lead, sets direction for others | $142,000 |
Wage-level reference derived from the observed statewide median for SOC 15-1252.00 in Pennsylvania. Under the wage-weighted H-1B selection framework, Level III/IV filings carry materially better lottery odds than Level I/II.
Salary by City — Pennsylvania
| City | Filings | Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | 17 | $118K |
| Pittsburgh | 15 | $135K |
| West Chester | 15 | $118K |
| PITTSBURGH | 12 | $105K |
Cities ranked by certified Backend Engineer LCA volume within Pennsylvania (FY2022–2026).
Top H-1B Employers for Backend Engineers in Pennsylvania
Ranked by certified Backend Engineer LCA volume statewide (FY2022–2026).
Take-Home Pay Note — Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania has a flat 3.07% state income tax; many municipalities add a local earned-income tax.
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Salary figures aggregated directly from DOL LCA disclosure files (FY2022–2026), filtered to certified petitions with wages between $30K and $1M. Percentiles computed across 75 Backend Engineer filings statewide in Pennsylvania.