H-1B Jobs in Arizona (2026)

Arizona is a major semiconductor manufacturing hub (Intel, Microchip, TSMC under construction) and a growing tech destination for companies relocating from California. Phoenix has emerged as a financial services back-office and tech hub.

~7,000 H-1B approvals/yr
Annual H-1B Approvals
$112,000
Median LCA Wage
AZ
State

Top H-1B Employers in Arizona

Intel (Chandler)Microchip TechnologyON SemiconductorPayPal (Scottsdale)Amazon (Tempe)Banner HealthAvnetHoneywell (Phoenix)American Express (Phoenix)Wells Fargo (Phoenix)

Top H-1B Cities in Arizona

PhoenixTempeScottsdaleMesaTucson

Top H-1B Roles in Arizona

Electrical EngineerSoftware EngineerData ScientistFinancial AnalystSemiconductor Engineer

Green Card Pathway

No backlog for rest-of-world nationals. Arizona's lower cost of living and no semiconductor shortage make it a growing H-1B destination.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many H-1B visas are approved in Arizona each year?

Arizona receives approximately ~7,000 H-1B approvals/yr. The state's major employers file for roles in Electrical Engineer, Software Engineer, Data Scientist.

What is the average H-1B salary in Arizona?

The median LCA prevailing wage for H-1B workers in Arizona is $112,000. Wages vary significantly by role and metro area within the state.

Which companies sponsor the most H-1B visas in Arizona?

Top H-1B sponsors in Arizona include: Intel (Chandler), Microchip Technology, ON Semiconductor, PayPal (Scottsdale), Amazon (Tempe). Arizona is a major semiconductor manufacturing hub (Intel, Microchip, TSMC under construction) and a growing tech destination for companies relocating from California. Phoenix has emerged as a financial services back-office and tech hub.

What is the green card timeline for H-1B workers in Arizona?

No backlog for rest-of-world nationals. Arizona's lower cost of living and no semiconductor shortage make it a growing H-1B destination.

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