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Avera St. Mary's Hospital

7 H-1B petitions, 100% certified, $63,672 median salary, FY2024–2025.

Pierre, SD NAICS: 622110

The verdict

Avera St. Mary's Hospital filed 7 H-1B petitions, more than 82% of U.S. sponsors - certified at 100% with a $63,672 median offered wage.

7
H-1B petitions, FY2024–FY2025
100%
DOL-certified
$63,672
median offered wage
Top 18%
of sponsors by volume

According to U.S. Department of Labor OFLC LCA disclosure files (FY2024–FY2025). Based in Pierre, SD.

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DOL LCA release change

What changed between the two LCA fiscal years

FY2024 -> FY2025
  • Avera St. Mary's Hospital's disclosed H-1B petition count fell from 5 in FY2024 to 2 in FY2025 (-60%).

Arithmetic differences between stored DOL OFLC Labor Condition Application disclosure fiscal years for this employer identity - not a headcount, hire forecast, or cause claim. Role mix can shift between years even when the petition total is flat. Totals group name variants that share the same identity key.

National filing changes Two-year CSV

Above-prevailing wage posture

On 7 LCAs with comparable offered vs prevailing wages, Avera St. Mary's Hospital averages about 30.6% above the prevailing wage (national baseline ≈ 17.8%). Dominant PW level on file: Qualified (Level II) (100% of petitions).

County-concentrated thin filer

Only 7 LCAs on file, and 100% land in HUGHES, SD. Treat rates as descriptive of a small sample. DOL cert on file: 100%.

Certification Rate

100%

Avg. Salary

$63,672

Median Salary

$63,672

Total Workers

7

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Salary Analysis

Compensation range for H-1B positions at Avera St. Mary's Hospital

Minimum
$58,968
Maximum
$72,800
Average Salary
$63,672

Wage vs. DOL Minimum

+30.6%

national avg +17.8%

Typical DOL Wage Level

Qualified (Level II)

100% of petitions

Full-Time Positions

100%

Primary Worksite County

HUGHES, SD

100% of petitions

Top Occupations

Most frequently sponsored job titles at Avera St. Mary's Hospital

Job Title Petitions Avg. Salary
Medical Laboratory Scientist 6 $64,047
Clinical Dietician 1 $61,422

Frequently Asked Questions

How many H-1B petitions has Avera St. Mary's Hospital filed?

Avera St. Mary's Hospital has filed 7 H-1B LCA petitions covering 7 worker positions from FY2024 to FY2025.

What is the H-1B DOL certification rate for Avera St. Mary's Hospital?

Avera St. Mary's Hospital has a 100% DOL certification rate, with 7 out of 7 LCA petitions certified. That is the Labor Department step, not a USCIS visa approval rate.

What is the average H-1B salary at Avera St. Mary's Hospital?

The average H-1B salary at Avera St. Mary's Hospital is $63,672. Salaries range from $58,968 to $72,800.

What are the most common H-1B job titles at Avera St. Mary's Hospital?

The top H-1B job titles at Avera St. Mary's Hospital include Medical Laboratory Scientist, Clinical Dietician. The most common position is Medical Laboratory Scientist with 6 petitions at an average salary of $64,047.

Where is Avera St. Mary's Hospital located?

Avera St. Mary's Hospital is headquartered in Pierre, SD.

Is Avera St. Mary's Hospital H-1B dependent?

No, Avera St. Mary's Hospital is not classified as H-1B dependent.

How has Avera St. Mary's Hospital's H-1B sponsorship changed over time?

Avera St. Mary's Hospital filed 5 petitions in FY2024 and 2 in FY2025. Average salary increased from $62,296 to $67,111.

Data Sources

Figures on this page come from U.S. Department of Labor Office of Foreign Labor Certification LCA disclosure files (FY2023–FY2026). Listed salaries are petition wages, not payroll; LCA certification is not a USCIS visa approval.

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