H-1B Jobs in Ohio (2026)

Ohio's H-1B market spans Columbus tech/finance, Cleveland healthcare, Cincinnati consumer goods, and Dayton aerospace/defense. Intel's new Ohio fab (opening 2026+) will drive semiconductor H-1B volume.

~7,000 H-1B approvals/yr
Annual H-1B Approvals
$102,000
Median LCA Wage
OH
State

Top H-1B Employers in Ohio

Intel (New Albany)Procter & GambleJPMorgan Chase (Columbus)Nationwide InsuranceCardinal HealthBattelleHonda of AmericaWorthington IndustriesSherwin-WilliamsCintas

Top H-1B Cities in Ohio

ColumbusClevelandCincinnatiDaytonAkron

Top H-1B Roles in Ohio

Software EngineerChemical EngineerFinancial AnalystMechanical EngineerData Scientist

Green Card Pathway

No backlog for rest-of-world nationals.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Ohio receives approximately ~7,000 H-1B approvals/yr. The state's major employers file for roles in Software Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Financial Analyst.

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

The median LCA prevailing wage for H-1B workers in Ohio is $102,000. Wages vary significantly by role and metro area within the state.

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

Top H-1B sponsors in Ohio include: Intel (New Albany), Procter & Gamble, JPMorgan Chase (Columbus), Nationwide Insurance, Cardinal Health. Ohio's H-1B market spans Columbus tech/finance, Cleveland healthcare, Cincinnati consumer goods, and Dayton aerospace/defense. Intel's new Ohio fab (opening 2026+) will drive semiconductor H-1B volume.

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

No backlog for rest-of-world nationals.

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