Nevada H-1B Wage Level Breakdown 2026
Most certified H-1B petitions in Nevada are filed at Level II (Qualified)(41.1% of 6,293 filings). Because the 2026 wage-weighted lottery gives higher DOL prevailing wage levels more entries in the selection pool (Level IV = 4, III = 3, II = 2, I = 1), where your employer files directly shapes your selection odds.
Wage Level Distribution & 2026 Lottery Entry Weight
| DOL Wage Level | Share of Filings | Median Wage | 25th–75th | 2026 Lottery Entries |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 17.1% | $74K | $61K–$85K | 1× |
| Level II (Qualified) | 41.1% | $92K | $79K–$111K | 2× |
| Level III (Experienced) | 21.5% | $118K | $100K–$138K | 3× |
| Level IV (Expert) | 20.3% | $140K | $120K–$170K | 4× |
Distribution across 6,293 certified LCA filings with a Nevada worksite (DOL FY2022–2026). Entry-weight column reflects the DHS wage-weighted selection rule effective February 27, 2026 (Level IV = 4 entries, III = 3, II = 2, I = 1 in the registration pool). USCIS has not published official aggregate selection-rate percentages by wage level, so none are stated here.
Nevada Employers Filing at Level III–IV
These Nevada employers most often file petitions at the higher prevailing wage levels — the tiers with the strongest selection odds under the 2026 wage-weighted lottery.
| Employer | Level | Filings | Median Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla, Inc. | Level IV | 94 | $145K |
| Redwood Materials, Inc. | Level IV | 73 | $140K |
| Credit One Bank, N.A. | Level IV | 67 | $143K |
| Nevada Gold Mines, LLC | Level IV | 55 | $126K |
| MGM Resorts International Operations, Inc. | Level IV | 43 | $103K |
| Cognizant Technology Solutions US Corp | Level III | 38 | $97K |
| Southwest Gas Corporation | Level IV | 23 | $128K |
| Photon Infotech, Inc. | Level III | 23 | $120K |
Ranked by Level III–IV filing volume in Nevada. Linked employers have a full sponsorship profile.
What DOL Wage Levels Mean
Every H-1B Labor Condition Application is filed at one of four DOL prevailing wage levels, set by the role's required experience and the OES survey for the occupation and location:
- Level I (Entry): roughly the 17th percentile wage — new graduates and early-career hires.
- Level II (Qualified): ~34th percentile — some experience, the most common H-1B level.
- Level III (Experienced): ~50th percentile — independent, senior-leaning roles.
- Level IV (Expert): ~67th percentile and up — lead, principal, and managerial roles.
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Wage-level distribution aggregated from DOL LCA disclosure files (FY2022–2026), filtered to certified petitions with wages between $30K and $1M. Based on 6,293 certified filings with a Nevada worksite and a reported DOL prevailing wage level. Lottery entry-weight figures reflect the DHS wage-weighted selection rule effective February 27, 2026; USCIS has not published official aggregate selection-rate percentages by wage level.