Biological Scientists, All Other wage levels in San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA

In San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, a Biological Scientists, All Other job reaches Level III at $147,743 a year, which means 3 entries in the H-1B lottery.

SOC 19-1029 · OEWS area 41860 · OFLC wage year 2026-27

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The four thresholds

Biological Scientists, All Other (SOC 19-1029), San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA
LevelEntriesPer yearPer hour
Level I1$92,956$44.69
Level II2$120,349$57.86
Level III3$147,743$71.03
Level IV4$175,136$84.20

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

Example

At $160,000 this job is Level III. To reach Level IV you need $175,136 (+$15,136). 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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