H-1B Software Engineer Salary in Minnesota
Based on 6,350 certified H-1B LCA filings statewide · DOL data FY2022–2026
Across 6,350 certified Labor Condition Applications for Software Engineer roles across Minnesota, the average certified wage is $112,557, with most offers between $95K and $126K. Wages vary by metro area within the state — see the breakdown below.
DOL Prevailing Wage Levels — Minnesota
| Wage Level | Description | Annual Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Level I | Entry-level, basic understanding of duties | $68,000 |
| Level II | Qualified, some supervision required | $87,000 |
| Level III ★ | Experienced, works independently (most common) | $109,000 |
| Level IV | Senior / Lead, sets direction for others | $131,000 |
Wage-level reference derived from the observed statewide median for SOC 15-1252.00 in Minnesota. Under the wage-weighted H-1B selection framework, Level III/IV filings carry materially better lottery odds than Level I/II.
Salary by City — Minnesota
| City | Filings | Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis | 1,341 | $117K |
| Eden Prairie | 799 | $104K |
| Richfield | 521 | $120K |
| Minnetonka | 245 | $100K |
| Eagan | 223 | $104K |
Cities ranked by certified Software Engineer LCA volume within Minnesota (FY2022–2026).
Top H-1B Employers for Software Engineers in Minnesota
Ranked by certified Software Engineer LCA volume statewide (FY2022–2026).
Take-Home Pay Note — Minnesota
Minnesota has a progressive income tax up to 9.85% for high earners.
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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 6,350 Software Engineer filings statewide in Minnesota.