Prevailing Wage for Statistical Assistants
Prevailing wage for Statistical Assistants (SOC 43-9111) is set by the DOL based on four experience levels, from entry-level through fully competent. Whether your job offer is titled Actuarial Analyst, Actuarial Assistant, or Actuarial Technician, the wage floor that applies to your sponsored position depends on your level and your worksite city.
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Entry-level Statistical Assistants with limited experience performing routine data compilation tasks under close supervision. Typically recent graduates or candidates new to statistical or actuarial support work with no independent judgment expected.
Qualified assistants with moderate experience who handle standard statistical computations and chart preparation with some independence. Level 2 is the most common filing level for Statistical Assistants, reflecting mid-career candidates in established analyst or technician roles.
Experienced professionals who independently manage complex statistical formulas, actuarial computations, or research support tasks. They may train junior staff or oversee specific project components, requiring demonstrated subject-matter depth and reduced day-to-day supervision.
Fully competent senior Statistical Assistants with broad expertise, exercising significant independent judgment across actuarial or statistical projects. May lead teams, set methodological standards, or serve as a primary technical resource for actuaries or research directors.
Prevailing Wage for Statistical Assistants 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 SOC before signing an offer
Roles titled Research Assistant or Administrative Analyst are sometimes filed under a different SOC, missing the Statistical Assistants wage floor entirely. Confirm the LCA lists SOC 43-9111 before accepting any sponsored offer to ensure the correct prevailing wage applies.
Watch how signing bonuses affect your base
DOL prevailing wage compliance for Statistical Assistants is measured against base salary only. Signing bonuses, performance bonuses, and RSUs do not count toward the floor, so an offer that relies on variable pay to reach the threshold may leave you out of compliance.
Factor in the San Francisco to San Juan gap
The prevailing wage for this occupation varies dramatically by metro, driven by regional OES surveys. San Francisco-area roles carry a floor roughly three times higher than San Juan. If your worksite is remote or hybrid, confirm which city address your employer lists on the LCA.
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DOL classifies these titles under SOC 43-9111.00 alongside Statistical Assistants, so the same four-tier wage schedule applies to each. Tap a title to see the full breakdown.
Actuarial Analyst Prevailing Wage
Actuarial Analyst Prevailing Wage
Actuarial Analyst positions fall under SOC 43-9111.00 (Statistical Assistants). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Actuarial Assistant Prevailing Wage
Actuarial Assistant Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Actuarial Assistant for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 43-9111.00 (Statistical Assistants). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Actuarial Technician Prevailing Wage
Actuarial Technician Prevailing Wage
Actuarial Technician is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 43-9111.00 (Statistical Assistants). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Administrative Analyst Prevailing Wage
Administrative Analyst Prevailing Wage
Administrative Analyst positions fall under SOC 43-9111.00 (Statistical Assistants). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Research Assistant Prevailing Wage
Research Assistant Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Research Assistant for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 43-9111.00 (Statistical Assistants). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Statistical Clerk Prevailing Wage
Statistical Clerk Prevailing Wage
Statistical Clerk is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 43-9111.00 (Statistical Assistants). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Statistical Technician Prevailing Wage
Statistical Technician Prevailing Wage
Statistical Technician positions fall under SOC 43-9111.00 (Statistical Assistants). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does DOL set the prevailing wage for Statistical Assistants?
DOL calculates prevailing wages for Statistical Assistants using Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey data collected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. OFLC converts those survey results into four wage levels for each metropolitan area. Employers must pay at least the level that matches the position before filing an LCA for any sponsored hire.
What do the four wage levels mean and how do I know which one applies to my position?
Level 1 covers entry positions with close supervision and limited scope. Level 2 applies to qualified candidates with moderate independent work, and it is the most common filing level for Statistical Assistants. Level 3 reflects experienced professionals with complex duties, and Level 4 covers fully competent senior or lead roles. Your level should match the actual job duties and supervision described in your offer, not just your years of experience.
Why does the prevailing wage for the same Statistical Assistants role differ so much between cities?
OFLC derives wages from regional OES surveys, so local labor market conditions directly set each metro's floor. The LCA worksite rule means the wage tied to the city listed on the LCA applies, not a national average. Dense employer markets like San Francisco carry much higher survey-reported wages than smaller metros, which is why two offers for identical Statistical Assistants duties can have very different prevailing wage floors.
What happens if my job offer is below the prevailing wage for a sponsored Statistical Assistants position?
An employer cannot file a compliant LCA if the offered wage falls below the applicable prevailing wage level. USCIS will reject or issue an RFE on an H-1B petition built on a non-compliant LCA. For active sponsored workers, paying below the attested wage exposes the employer to DOL back-pay liability and potential debarment. The offer must be raised to at least the prevailing wage floor before sponsorship can proceed.
How do I find and verify the prevailing wage for Statistical Assistants in a specific U.S. city?
Use the OFLC Wage Search tool to look up SOC 43-9111 for your target metropolitan area and confirm which wage level corresponds to your role. Cross-reference the result with BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data for the same metro. Migrate Mate also lets you filter sponsored Statistical Assistants listings by location and see which employers have filed for this role in that area, giving you a practical benchmark alongside the DOL floor.
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