H-1B Chemical Engineer Salary in San Francisco, CA
Based on DOL LCA prevailing wage data · Updated June 2026
DOL Prevailing Wage Levels — San Francisco, CA
| Wage Level | Description | Annual Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Level II | Entry to mid-level, some supervision required | $92,000 |
| Level III ★ | Experienced, works independently (most common) | $112,000 |
| Level IV | Senior / Lead, sets direction for others | $152,000 |
Source: DOL Foreign Labor Certification Data Center, OES Survey (SOC 17-2041.00, Chemical Engineers). California wage area. Level III is the prevailing wage most commonly cited on H-1B LCA filings. Under the wage-weighted lottery, Level III/IV filings have materially better selection odds than Level I/II.
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Salary data compiled from DOL LCA disclosure files and OES prevailing wage surveys. Updated from the latest available data (2025 OES survey, 2024–2026 LCA filings).