Prevailing Wage for Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other
The prevailing wage for Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other (SOC 15-2099) is set by the Department of Labor using regional wage surveys. DOL publishes four experience-based levels, and the floor varies significantly by worksite city. Checking where your offer stands against the correct level and location is the first step before any sponsored visa filing.
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Level 1 covers entry-level work in mathematical science roles, typically requiring limited experience and close supervision. Workers perform routine tasks within established procedures, usually holding a bachelor's degree with no significant independent project responsibility.
Level 2 is the most common filing level for Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other. It applies to qualified professionals with moderate experience who work independently on assigned problems and apply standard mathematical methods without requiring constant oversight.
Level 3 covers experienced practitioners who handle complex, non-routine problems and may guide junior colleagues. These workers apply advanced mathematical techniques and exercise judgment in selecting appropriate methods for ambiguous or novel analytical challenges.
Level 4 reflects fully competent senior professionals who set methodological direction, lead technical projects, and may function as the primary mathematical science expert within an organization. This level typically involves significant independent authority and cross-functional influence.
Prevailing Wage for Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other by OES area
Each shape is a DOL OES area, the unit prevailing wage is published for.
What’s an OES area?
The Department of Labor publishes prevailing wages for geographic zones called OES areas. Every U.S. county belongs to exactly one, and the wage floor applies across the whole area. A worker in Oakland gets the San Francisco metro wage, not a separate Oakland wage.
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Verify your filing level matches your actual duties
Mathematical science roles often carry titles like analyst or researcher that span Levels 2 through 4. If your offer involves independent method selection and complex modeling, confirm the employer is not filing at Level 1 to suppress the wage floor.
Flag San Francisco outliers before negotiating
The San Francisco metro prevailing wage for this occupation sits far above the national median at every level. If your offer is in the Bay Area, compare it against the local floor specifically, not the national figure, before accepting.
Watch how bonuses count toward wage compliance
For sponsored mathematical science positions, signing bonuses amortized over a year and equity grants generally cannot substitute for base salary in meeting the prevailing wage floor. Confirm your base salary alone clears the DOL threshold for your level and worksite.
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Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other has a narrow employer base. Migrate Mate shows which companies have historically sponsored this occupation, so you can focus your search on employers already familiar with the DOL filing requirements for this SOC.
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How does DOL set the prevailing wage for Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other?
DOL uses Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey data collected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics to set prevailing wages. For SOC 15-2099, DOL calculates four wage levels based on regional employer surveys, then publishes those figures in the OFLC wage library. Employers sponsoring a visa must offer at least the wage corresponding to the correct experience level for the worksite location.
What do the four wage levels mean, and how do I know which one applies to my role?
The four levels reflect increasing experience and independence. Level 1 is entry-level work under supervision, Level 2 is qualified independent work, Level 3 is experienced work involving complex problems, and Level 4 is fully competent senior or lead work. Your level is determined by the actual duties in the job description, not your title. Review the LCA your employer files with OFLC to confirm which level they selected.
Why does the prevailing wage for this occupation vary so much by city?
DOL bases its figures on regional Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys, which capture local labor market conditions. A dense employer market like San Francisco drives wages substantially higher than a smaller market like Baltimore or Nashville. Immigration law requires that the prevailing wage used on the LCA match the actual worksite city, so the location entered on the LCA filing controls which regional floor applies to your offer.
What happens if my job offer falls below the prevailing wage for a sponsored position?
If the offered salary is below the DOL prevailing wage for the applicable level and worksite, OFLC will not certify the LCA, and the visa petition cannot proceed. USCIS also reviews wage compliance during H-1B adjudication. An employer cannot substitute bonuses or equity to cover a shortfall in base salary. The offer must be raised to at least meet the floor before the filing can move forward.
How do I find and verify the prevailing wage for a specific U.S. location for this occupation?
Use the OFLC Wage Search tool on the DOL website to look up the current prevailing wage for SOC 15-2099 by metropolitan area or county. Select the correct wage year, enter the worksite location, and identify the level that matches your duties. Migrate Mate can also help you identify which employers have sponsored this occupation so you can target companies already experienced with the DOL filing process.
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