Human Resources Specialists wage levels in New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ

In New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, a Human Resources Specialists job reaches Level III at $97,927 a year, which means 3 entries in the H-1B lottery.

SOC 13-1071 · OEWS area 35620 · OFLC wage year 2026-27

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The four thresholds

Human Resources Specialists (SOC 13-1071), New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ
LevelEntriesPer yearPer hour
Level I1$61,797$29.71
Level II2$79,852$38.39
Level III3$97,927$47.08
Level IV4$115,981$55.76

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

Example

At $105,000 this job is Level III. To reach Level IV you need $115,981 (+$10,981). 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

Recruit, screen, interview, or place individuals within an organization. May perform other activities in multiple human resources areas.

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

H1B Math is not a substitute for the advice of an attorney.