Biological Scientists, All Other wage levels in Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX

In Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX, a Biological Scientists, All Other job reaches Level III at $96,658 a year, which means 3 entries in the H-1B lottery.

SOC 19-1029 · OEWS area 26420 · OFLC wage year 2026-27

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The four thresholds

Biological Scientists, All Other (SOC 19-1029), Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX
LevelEntriesPer yearPer hour
Level I1$66,124$31.79
Level II2$81,391$39.13
Level III3$96,658$46.47
Level IV4$111,925$53.81

Annual amounts are the hourly rate × 2,080, rounded up to the dollar.

Example

At $100,000 this job is Level III. To reach Level IV you need $111,925 (+$11,925). Estimated odds without a US master's: 59% → 69%.

The level you register binds the petition. The salary must be a bona fide offer.

What this occupation covers

All biological scientists not listed separately.

OFLC wage year 2026-27 (BLS OEWS May 2025) · file released · page built · Rule: 90 FR 60864

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