Pharmacist H-1B Wage Level Breakdown 2026
Most certified H-1B Pharmacist petitions are filed at Level II (Qualified)(44.7% of 12,847 filings). Because the 2026 wage-weighted lottery favors higher DOL prevailing wage levels, the level your employer files at 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) | 5.1% | $112K | $98K–$128K | 1× |
| Level II (Qualified) | 44.7% | $128K | $118K–$140K | 2× |
| Level III (Experienced) | 37.8% | $144K | $135K–$158K | 3× |
| Level IV (Expert) | 12.4% | $165K | $155K–$180K | 4× |
Distribution across 12,847 certified Pharmacist LCA filings (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.
Employers Filing Pharmacists at Level III–IV
These employers most often file Pharmacist 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CVS Pharmacy, Inc. | Level III | 822 | $148K |
| Walgreen Co. | Level III | 714 | $145K |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospitals | Level III | 605 | $155K |
| Walmart Inc. | Level II | 482 | $130K |
| Rite Aid Corporation | Level III | 358 | $142K |
| Diplomat Specialty Pharmacy | Level IV | 214 | $168K |
| Express Scripts | Level IV | 182 | $172K |
Ranked by Level III–IV Pharmacist filing volume (DOL FY2022–2026).
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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Based on 12,847 certified Pharmacist LCA filings (DOL FY2022–2026) with a reported DOL prevailing wage level. Retail pharmacy employers dominate Level II–III; specialty pharmacy roles trend toward Level IV.