Top 10 U.S. Cities With the Most H-2B Jobs

Mihailo Bozic
Mihailo Bozic
Updated July 30, 2026 · 4 min read

The U.S. cities with the most H-2B jobs are led by New York, Naples, and Nashville, the metros with the highest concentration of live H-2B openings. Migrate Mate is tracking 774 live H-2B jobs across these 10 metros as of July 30, 2026, updated daily. H-2B roles are seasonal and employer-specific, so openings cluster by season as much as by metro.

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Which U.S. cities have the most H-2B jobs?

Ranked by live H-2B jobs in each metro on Migrate Mate, updated daily

Editor’s note

How this list is ranked

These metros are ranked by how many H-2B jobs are live on Migrate Mate right now, so the list reflects where H-2B hiring is concentrated today rather than historical government filings. Counts change daily. A larger metro means more employers and more openings to work through, but confirm the specific role fits and that you are eligible before you apply.

  1. 01

    New York, New York

    New York leads with 116 live H-2B jobs on Migrate Mate, the most of any metro on this list.

    H-2B hiring in New York concentrates in Hospitality & Guest Services, Project & Program Management, and Business Development roles, with employers like Citi, M&s, and Aramark posting openings now.

    Roles hiring now

    • Hospitality & Guest Services
    • Project & Program Management
    • Business Development
    • Compliance & Legal
    • Sales
    Open H-2B roles in New York
    Account Coordinator
    New York, New York · On-site
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    Guest Greeter
    New York, New York · On-site
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    Senior Union Payroll Associate
    New York, New York · On-site
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    Food Service Manager
    New York, New York · On-site
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    Event Manager
    New York, New York · On-site
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    See all 116 H-2B jobs in New York
  2. 02

    Naples, Florida

    Naples has 111 live H-2B jobs on Migrate Mate.

    H-2B hiring in Naples concentrates in Hospitality & Guest Services, Food Service, and Nursing roles, with employers like Troon, The Strand At Naples, LLC, and Sails Restaurant LLC posting openings now.

    Roles hiring now

    • Hospitality & Guest Services
    • Food Service
    • Nursing
    • Customer Service & Support
    • Construction
    Open H-2B roles in Naples
    Spray Tech
    Naples, Florida · On-site
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    Server
    Naples, Florida · On-site
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    Line Cook
    Naples, Florida · On-site
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    BARTENDER
    Naples, Florida · On-site
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    Pool/Sports Deck Attendant
    Naples, Florida · On-site
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    See all 111 H-2B jobs in Naples
  3. 03

    Nashville, Tennessee

    Nashville lists 84 live H-2B jobs on Migrate Mate.

    H-2B hiring in Nashville concentrates in Hospitality & Guest Services, Construction, and Customer Service & Support roles, with employers like Aramark, Ruppert Landscape, and Brightview posting openings now.

    Roles hiring now

    • Hospitality & Guest Services
    • Construction
    • Customer Service & Support
    • Maintenance & Repair
    • Manufacturing Operations
    Open H-2B roles in Nashville
    Leader in Training
    Nashville, Tennessee · On-site
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    CDL Driver Trainer
    Nashville, Tennessee · On-site
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    Human Resources Generalist
    Nashville, Tennessee · On-site
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    Mechanic Helpers
    Nashville, Tennessee · On-site
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    Lead Cook
    Nashville, Tennessee · On-site
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    See all 84 H-2B jobs in Nashville

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  5. 04

    Charlotte, North Carolina

    There are 74 live H-2B jobs in Charlotte on Migrate Mate.

    H-2B hiring in Charlotte concentrates in Fitness & Recreation, Project & Program Management, and Hospitality & Guest Services roles, with employers like YMCA, ALG Senior, and Troon posting openings now.

    Roles hiring now

    • Fitness & Recreation
    • Project & Program Management
    • Hospitality & Guest Services
    • Skilled Trades
    • Construction
    Open H-2B roles in Charlotte
    Massage Therapist
    Charlotte, North Carolina · On-site
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    CDL Driver Trainer
    Charlotte, North Carolina · On-site
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    Leader in Training
    Charlotte, North Carolina · On-site
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    General Building Maintenance Technician
    Charlotte, North Carolina · On-site
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    Business Banking Sales Support Lead Analyst
    Charlotte, North Carolina · On-site
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    See all 74 H-2B jobs in Charlotte
  6. 05

    Jacksonville, Florida

    Jacksonville shows 71 open H-2B roles on Migrate Mate.

    H-2B hiring in Jacksonville concentrates in Construction, Project & Program Management, and Customer Service & Support roles, with employers like Yellowstone Landscape, Webber, and Ruppert Landscape posting openings now.

    Roles hiring now

    • Construction
    • Project & Program Management
    • Customer Service & Support
    • Maintenance & Repair
    • Manufacturing Operations
    Open H-2B roles in Jacksonville
    Excavator Operator
    Jacksonville, Florida · On-site
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    Building Maintenance Technician
    Jacksonville, Florida · On-site
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    Assistant Project Manager
    Jacksonville, Florida · On-site
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    Superintendent - Infrastructure Management
    Jacksonville, Florida · On-site
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    Business Developer
    Jacksonville, Florida · On-site
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    See all 71 H-2B jobs in Jacksonville
  7. 06

    San Antonio, Texas

    San Antonio has 67 live H-2B jobs on Migrate Mate.

    H-2B hiring in San Antonio concentrates in Hospitality & Guest Services, Construction, and Customer Service & Support roles, with employers like Hyatt, Aramark, and Pacific Seafood posting openings now.

    Roles hiring now

    • Hospitality & Guest Services
    • Construction
    • Customer Service & Support
    • Food Service
    • Manufacturing Operations
    Open H-2B roles in San Antonio
    CDL Driver Trainer
    San Antonio, Texas · On-site
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    Superintendent
    San Antonio, Texas · On-site
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    Advanced Level Cook 4
    San Antonio, Texas · On-site
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    Intermediate Line Cook
    San Antonio, Texas · On-site
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    Shift Engineer
    San Antonio, Texas · On-site
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    See all 67 H-2B jobs in San Antonio
  8. 07

    Chicago, Illinois

    Chicago lists 63 live H-2B jobs on Migrate Mate.

    H-2B hiring in Chicago concentrates in Hospitality & Guest Services, Customer Service & Support, and Sales roles, with employers like Yellowstone Landscape, Hyatt, and Citi posting openings now.

    Roles hiring now

    • Hospitality & Guest Services
    • Customer Service & Support
    • Sales
    • Business Development
    • Food Service
    Open H-2B roles in Chicago
    Banquet Cook
    Chicago, Illinois · On-site
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    Food & Beverage Coordinator
    Chicago, Illinois · On-site
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    Business Development Specialist
    Chicago, Illinois · On-site
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    Front Office Operations Manager
    Chicago, Illinois · On-site
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    Loader Supervisor
    Chicago, Illinois · On-site
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    See all 63 H-2B jobs in Chicago

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  10. 08

    Atlanta, Georgia

    There are 63 live H-2B jobs in Atlanta on Migrate Mate.

    H-2B hiring in Atlanta concentrates in Hospitality & Guest Services, Construction, and Food Service roles, with employers like Hyatt, Precision 2000 (P2K), and C.W. Matthews Contracting Co., Inc. posting openings now.

    Roles hiring now

    • Hospitality & Guest Services
    • Construction
    • Food Service
    • Customer Service & Support
    • Project & Program Management
    Open H-2B roles in Atlanta
    Lead Cook
    Atlanta, Georgia · On-site
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    Houseperson
    Atlanta, Georgia · On-site
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    Sous Chef
    Atlanta, Georgia · On-site
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    Banquet Sous Chef
    Atlanta, Georgia · On-site
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    Cook I
    Atlanta, Georgia · On-site
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    See all 63 H-2B jobs in Atlanta
  11. 09

    Houston, Texas

    Houston shows 63 open H-2B roles on Migrate Mate.

    H-2B hiring in Houston concentrates in Construction, Customer Service & Support, and Manufacturing Operations roles, with employers like Yellowstone Landscape, Webber, and Aramark posting openings now.

    Roles hiring now

    • Construction
    • Customer Service & Support
    • Manufacturing Operations
    • Maintenance & Repair
    • Hospitality & Guest Services
    Open H-2B roles in Houston
    Laborer Utility - Heavy Civil
    Houston, Texas · On-site
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    Concrete Finisher
    Houston, Texas · On-site
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    Servicer - Paving Operations
    Houston, Texas · On-site
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    Form Builder
    Houston, Texas · On-site
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    Hotel Front Desk/AYS Agent
    Houston, Texas · On-site
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    See all 63 H-2B jobs in Houston
  12. 10

    Washington, Washington DC

    Washington has 62 live H-2B jobs on Migrate Mate.

    H-2B hiring in Washington concentrates in Hospitality & Guest Services, Customer Service & Support, and Food Service roles, with employers like Aramark, Hyatt, and Ruppert Landscape posting openings now.

    Roles hiring now

    • Hospitality & Guest Services
    • Customer Service & Support
    • Food Service
    • Project & Program Management
    • Construction
    Open H-2B roles in Washington
    Bar Porter
    Washington, Washington DC · On-site
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    Associate Director for Operations
    Washington, Washington DC · Hybrid
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    Residences Concierge
    Washington, Washington DC · On-site
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    Director of Revenue Management
    Washington, Washington DC · On-site
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    Continuing Resources Coordinator
    Washington, Washington DC · Hybrid
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    See all 62 H-2B jobs in Washington

How the H-2B visa works

H-2B covers temporary non-agricultural workers, such as hospitality, landscaping, and other seasonal roles. The employer files a temporary labor certification with the Department of Labor and then a petition with USCIS, subject to an annual cap. Positions are seasonal and employer-specific, so check the dates and whether the role is expected to recur.

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Top H-2B Cities: Frequently Asked Questions

Which U.S. cities have the most H-2B jobs?

New York leads, with 116 live H-2B jobs on Migrate Mate, followed by Naples (111) and Nashville (84). Across the 10 metros on this list, Migrate Mate is tracking 774 live H-2B jobs, updated daily.

Who qualifies for H-2B sponsorship?

H-2B eligibility requires a valid job offer from a U.S. employer who has obtained a temporary labor certification from the Department of Labor and an approved I-129 petition from USCIS. The role must be temporary or seasonal, last-resort in nature with no qualified U.S. workers available, and the position must meet prevailing wage requirements. Nationals from countries the Secretary of Homeland Security designates as eligible may apply.

Can my spouse or family work on H-2B?

No. H-4 dependents of an H-2 worker can accompany them but are not authorized to work.

How does H-2B compare to H-1B?

Unlike H-1B, H-2B has no lottery, so selection is not a barrier. The trade-off is eligibility: H-1B is open to any specialty occupation worldwide, while H-2B is limited to specific nationalities or roles. If you qualify for H-2B, it is often the faster and more predictable route; if you do not, H-1B may be the only option.

How much does H-2B sponsorship cost?

The employer files a temporary labor certification with the Department of Labor and a petition with USCIS, and generally pays those filing costs; workers pay the visa application fee at a U.S. consulate. Employers may not pass certain recruitment fees on to workers, so confirm what you are responsible for before you accept an offer.

How do I find a H-2B job in these cities?

To find an H-2B job in a high-demand metro, search Migrate Mate, which lists employers with verified H-2B hiring history by city and role type. Hospitality, landscaping, and resort operations are common categories. Once you identify a role, the employer handles the Department of Labor labor certification and files an I-129 petition with USCIS on your behalf before you can apply for the visa at a U.S. consulate.

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