H-1B salaries in Johnson, TN
Based on 121 certified H-1B filings in the Johnson City, TN metro area, FY2025–FY2026. Base salary only.
Median salary$81,182
Middle 50%$66.6k–$107.6k
vs. national median−34%comparison median $122,699
Filings121FY2025–FY2026 · latest two fiscal years
Salary range
National median
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| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $54,080 |
| 25th | $66,622 |
| 50th (median) | $81,182 |
| 75th | $107,625 |
| 90th | $169,950 |
Salary by year
Median salary
Filings per year
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| Fiscal year | Median | P25 | P75 | Filings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | $85,000 | $53,723 | $140,000 | 29 |
| FY2021 | $73,440 | $60,116 | $180,000 | 25 |
| FY2022 | $75,000 | $54,080 | $106,250 | 43 |
| FY2023 | $72,800 | $48,265 | $93,470 | 43 |
| FY2024 | $77,002 | $66,300 | $77,038 | 56 |
| FY2025 | $81,182 | $67,000 | $108,555 | 69 |
| FY2026 | $88,495 | $66,622 | $104,375 | 52 |
Cost of living
Johnson's median H-1B salary of $81,182 is worth about $92,300 at national average prices.
Fair market rent, 1-bedroom$948Per month. Source: HUD Fair Market Rents, FY2027 (Johnson City, TN MSA).
Fair market rent, 2-bedroom$1,211Per month. Source: HUD Fair Market Rents, FY2027 (Johnson City, TN MSA).
Price level (U.S. = 100)87.9Source: BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024.
Price-adjusted median$92,300Median salary ÷ (price level ÷ 100).
State income tax on wagesTN: noneSource: Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2025.
Most filed jobs
| Job | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Technologist | $54,080 | 15 |
| Software Engineer | $81,182 | 15 |
| Medical School Professor | $102,000 | 11 |