H-1B Data Scientist Salary in Columbus, OH
Based on 124 certified H-1B LCA filings · DOL data FY2022–2026
Across 124 certified Labor Condition Applications for Data Scientist roles in Columbus, the average certified wage is $111,220, with most offers falling between $90K and $128K. Wages reflect employer-submitted figures on approved H-1B LCAs.
DOL Prevailing Wage Levels — Columbus, OH
| Wage Level | Description | Annual Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Level I | Entry-level, basic understanding of duties | $68,000 |
| Level II | Qualified, some supervision required | $88,000 |
| Level III ★ | Experienced, works independently (most common) | $110,000 |
| Level IV | Senior / Lead, sets direction for others | $132,000 |
Wage-level reference derived from the observed median for SOC 15-2051.00 (Data Scientists) in the Columbus area. Under the wage-weighted H-1B selection framework, Level III/IV filings carry materially better odds than Level I/II.
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Take-Home Pay Note — Ohio
Ohio has a progressive state income tax; Columbus adds a 2.5% municipal income tax on wages.
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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 124 Data Scientist filings in Columbus.