H-1B Data Engineer Salary in Connecticut
Based on 400 certified H-1B LCA filings statewide · DOL data FY2022–2026
Across 400 certified Labor Condition Applications for Data Engineer roles across Connecticut, the average certified wage is $122,381, with most offers between $99K and $140K. Wages vary by metro area within the state — see the breakdown below.
DOL Prevailing Wage Levels — Connecticut
| Wage Level | Description | Annual Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Level I | Entry-level, basic understanding of duties | $78,000 |
| Level II | Qualified, some supervision required | $100,000 |
| Level III ★ | Experienced, works independently (most common) | $125,000 |
| Level IV | Senior / Lead, sets direction for others | $150,000 |
Wage-level reference derived from the observed statewide median for SOC 15-1252.00 in Connecticut. Under the wage-weighted H-1B selection framework, Level III/IV filings carry materially better lottery odds than Level I/II.
Salary by City — Connecticut
| City | Filings | Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 226 | $127K |
| Manchester | 22 | $113K |
| Stamford | 19 | $112K |
| Bloomfield | 13 | $97K |
| South Windsor | 13 | $120K |
Cities ranked by certified Data Engineer LCA volume within Connecticut (FY2022–2026).
Top H-1B Employers for Data Engineers in Connecticut
Ranked by certified Data Engineer LCA volume statewide (FY2022–2026).
Take-Home Pay Note — Connecticut
Connecticut has a progressive income tax up to 6.99% for high earners.
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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 400 Data Engineer filings statewide in Connecticut.