H-1B LCA Filing Activity in Chicago, IL

Chicago, IL appears in the available FY2024-FY2026 LCA dataset with 5,191 worksite filing records, a broad pattern relative to other U.S. cities tracked here. The median filed base wage is $142,500, with a P25 to P75 band of $89,440 to $153,317, useful as a public anchor when reviewing offers or peer comparisons. Filing activity is most concentrated among employers such as Ernst & Young U.S. LLP, The University of Chicago, and Northwestern University, and across roles including Software Engineer, Software Developer, and Postdoctoral Scholar. These are public LCA worksite filings, not visa approvals, hires, or open roles, and the figures generally exclude equity, bonus, and benefits.