Statistical Assistant salary
From 211 certified H-1B filings (FY2025–FY2026). Base salary only.
- Occupation code 43-9111: Statistical Assistants
At a glance
- Mostly Level II (mid-level). 42% of Statistical Assistant filings are Level II, compared with 42% across all H-1B filings.
- Top filer: Willis Towers Watson. 27 filings (13% of the total), median $94,000.
- Median up 30% since FY2020. From $60,000 in FY2020 to $77,893 in FY2026 (Q1–Q3). Nominal, not adjusted for inflation.
Statistical Assistant H-1B salary overview
Employers filed 211 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications for Statistical Assistant jobs in FY2025–FY2026 (occupation code 43-9111, Statistical Assistants). The median base salary is $78,067, 36% below the median for all H-1B filings ($122,699), and half of the filings fall between $62,000 and $90,251. The most common wage level is Level II (mid-level), at 42% of filings. New York, NY has the most filings (54), and Willis Towers Watson is the employer that files the most (27).
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Top employers for Statistical Assistant
Employers with the most Statistical Assistant filings. Bar: share of all Statistical Assistant filings. Figure: median base salary.
Pay by level
Entry-level · 34% of filings
Mid-level · 42% of filings
Senior · 17% of filings
Expert · 8% of filings
Level medians mix different jobs, so a higher level can show a lower median. Within one job, pay rises with level.
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By experience level
| Wage level | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Level I · Entry | $79,948 | 71 |
| Level II · Qualified | $75,000 | 89 |
| Level III · Experienced | $75,950 | 35 |
| Level IV · Fully competent | $80,413 | 16 |
Median shown when a level has at least 10 filings.
Statistical Assistant pay by city
Median base salary in each metro area. Rent: HUD Fair Market Rent, FY2027.
Show all 5 metro areas
| Metro area | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | $72,249 | 54 |
| Washington, DC | $70,000 | 17 |
| Boston, MA | $78,700 | 14 |
| Chicago, IL | $82,898 | 10 |
| Dallas, TX | $68,700 | 10 |
Metro areas with at least 10 filings for this occupation.
What a Statistical Assistant does
Compile and compute data according to statistical formulas for use in statistical studies. May perform actuarial computations and compile charts and graphs for use by actuaries. Includes actuarial clerks.
Typical tasks
- Compute and analyze data, using statistical formulas and computers or calculators.
- File data and related information, and maintain and update databases.
- Compile reports, charts, or graphs that describe and interpret findings of analyses.
- Check source data to verify completeness and accuracy.
- Participate in the publication of data or information.
- Compile statistics from source materials, such as production or sales records, quality-control or test records, time sheets, or survey sheets.
Preparation
Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed. Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
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H-1B pay vs. all U.S. workers
Across all U.S. workers in this occupation (Statistical Assistants), the median annual wage was $50,330 in May 2025, with 4,710 people employed. The median H-1B base salary in FY2025–FY2026 is $78,067, 55% higher.
| H-1B filings | All U.S. workers (BLS, May 2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $53,102 | $35,990 |
| 25th percentile | $62,000 | $42,840 |
| Median | $78,067 | $50,330 |
| 75th percentile | $90,251 | $63,950 |
| 90th percentile | $101,880 | $81,990 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). BLS wages cover all wage and salary workers and include some incentive pay; H-1B figures are the base salary offered on certified LCAs. The two sources cover different periods. BLS reports wages of $239,200 or more as a single top value.
Salary details
Salary range
| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $53,102 |
| 25th | $62,000 |
| 50th (median) | $78,067 |
| 75th | $90,251 |
| 90th | $101,880 |
Salary by year
Median salary
Filings per year
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| Fiscal year | Median | P25 | P75 | Filings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | $60,000 | $48,981 | $70,488 | 132 |
| FY2021 | $62,400 | $52,291 | $77,000 | 153 |
| FY2022 | $65,000 | $52,000 | $75,000 | 121 |
| FY2023 | $69,747 | $59,994 | $80,750 | 103 |
| FY2024 | $72,559 | $57,937 | $85,675 | 122 |
| FY2025 | $78,067 | $60,000 | $92,513 | 103 |
| FY2026 | $77,893 | $62,400 | $88,628 | 108 |
Questions
How much does an H-1B Statistical Assistant make?
The median base salary in certified H-1B filings for Statistical Assistant jobs is $78,067 (211 filings, FY2025–FY2026). Half of the filings are between $62,000 and $90,251.
What does an entry-level Statistical Assistant earn on an H-1B?
Level I (entry-level) filings have a median of $79,948. Level I accounts for 34% of Statistical Assistant filings.
Do H-1B Statistical Assistants earn more than other U.S. workers in the same job?
The H-1B median base salary ($78,067) is 55% higher than the median wage of all U.S. workers in this occupation ($50,330, BLS May 2025). The sources measure pay differently, so treat this as a rough comparison.