H-1B Data Engineer Salary in Missouri
Based on 218 certified H-1B LCA filings statewide · DOL data FY2022–2026
Across 218 certified Labor Condition Applications for Data Engineer roles across Missouri, the average certified wage is $105,681, with most offers between $85K and $122K. Wages vary by metro area within the state — see the breakdown below.
DOL Prevailing Wage Levels — Missouri
| Wage Level | Description | Annual Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Level I | Entry-level, basic understanding of duties | $64,000 |
| Level II | Qualified, some supervision required | $83,000 |
| Level III ★ | Experienced, works independently (most common) | $104,000 |
| Level IV | Senior / Lead, sets direction for others | $125,000 |
Wage-level reference derived from the observed statewide median for SOC 15-1252.00 in Missouri. Under the wage-weighted H-1B selection framework, Level III/IV filings carry materially better lottery odds than Level I/II.
Salary by City — Missouri
| City | Filings | Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis | 47 | $110K |
| Chesterfield | 42 | $121K |
| Maryland Heights | 21 | $105K |
| Kansas City | 19 | $100K |
| CHESTERFIELD | 7 | $91K |
Cities ranked by certified Data Engineer LCA volume within Missouri (FY2022–2026).
Top H-1B Employers for Data Engineers in Missouri
Ranked by certified Data Engineer LCA volume statewide (FY2022–2026).
Take-Home Pay Note — Missouri
Missouri\'s income tax tops out near 4.8%; some cities (Kansas City, St. Louis) levy an additional 1% earnings 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 218 Data Engineer filings statewide in Missouri.