H-1B Software Engineer Salary in Ohio
Based on 12,271 certified H-1B LCA filings statewide · DOL data FY2022–2026
Across 12,271 certified Labor Condition Applications for Software Engineer roles across Ohio, the average certified wage is $106,979, with most offers between $89K and $121K. Wages vary by metro area within the state — see the breakdown below.
DOL Prevailing Wage Levels — Ohio
| Wage Level | Description | Annual Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Level I | Entry-level, basic understanding of duties | $62,000 |
| Level II | Qualified, some supervision required | $80,000 |
| Level III ★ | Experienced, works independently (most common) | $100,000 |
| Level IV | Senior / Lead, sets direction for others | $120,000 |
Wage-level reference derived from the observed statewide median for SOC 15-1252.00 in Ohio. Under the wage-weighted H-1B selection framework, Level III/IV filings carry materially better lottery odds than Level I/II.
Salary by City — Ohio
| City | Filings | Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus | 2,618 | $110K |
| Cincinnati | 1,205 | $105K |
| Dublin | 1,159 | $97K |
| COLUMBUS | 568 | $101K |
| Mason | 521 | $109K |
Cities ranked by certified Software Engineer LCA volume within Ohio (FY2022–2026).
Top H-1B Employers for Software Engineers in Ohio
Ranked by certified Software Engineer LCA volume statewide (FY2022–2026).
Take-Home Pay Note — Ohio
Ohio has a progressive state income tax; many cities add a local municipal income tax.
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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 12,271 Software Engineer filings statewide in Ohio.