Certification Rate
96.9%
2026 data Public-data reference Official source
Sotheby’s, Inc.
32 H-1B petitions, 96.9% certified, $123,104 median salary, FY2023–2026.
New York, NY NAICS: 453920
The verdict
Sotheby’s, Inc. filed 32 H-1B petitions, more than 94% of U.S. sponsors - certified at 96.9% with a $123,104 median offered wage.
- 32
- H-1B petitions, FY2023–FY2026
- 96.9%
- DOL-certified
- $123,104
- median offered wage
- Top 6%
- of sponsors by volume
According to U.S. Department of Labor OFLC LCA disclosure files (FY2023–FY2026). Based in New York, NY.
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What changed between the two LCA fiscal years
- Sotheby’s, Inc.'s disclosed H-1B petition count fell from 13 in FY2024 to 4 in FY2025 (-69.2%).
Above-prevailing wage posture
On 32 LCAs with comparable offered vs prevailing wages, Sotheby’s, Inc. averages about 15.1% above the prevailing wage (national baseline ≈ 17.8%). Dominant PW level on file: Fully Competent (Level IV) (34.4% of petitions).
Cooling filing trend
Completed-year LCA counts fell from 13 in FY2023 to 4 in FY2025 (≈31% of the earlier year). Cumulative volume still 32.
Avg. Salary
$123,104
Median Salary
$123,104
Total Workers
32
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Salary Analysis
Compensation range for H-1B positions at Sotheby’s, Inc.
Minimum
$50,000
Maximum
$245,000
Average Salary
$123,104
Wage vs. DOL Minimum
+15.1%
national avg +17.8%
Typical DOL Wage Level
Fully Competent (Level IV)
34.4% of petitions
Full-Time Positions
100%
Primary Worksite County
NEW YORK, NY
68.8% of petitions
Top Occupations
Most frequently sponsored job titles at Sotheby’s, Inc.
| Job Title | Petitions | Avg. Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Staff Engineer | 4 | $182,915 |
| VP, Specialist & Senior Researcher, Chinese Works of Art | 2 | $124,120 |
| Staff Software Engineer | 2 | $245,000 |
| Sr. Financial Analyst | 2 | $87,750 |
| Senior Software Engineer | 2 | $195,800 |
| Senior Application Engineer | 2 | $133,390 |
| Analyst, Client Success | 2 | $67,288 |
| Administrator, Consignment Management | 2 | $52,000 |
| AVP, Regional Sales Director, Design | 2 | $90,000 |
| Senior Presale Coordinator, Marketplace | 1 | $65,000 |
| Senior Digital Marketing Manager | 1 | $100,000 |
| Senior Data Scientist | 1 | $169,139 |
| Senior Data Engineer | 1 | $148,835 |
| SVP International Specialist & Head of Sale, Himalayan Art | 1 | $200,000 |
| Growth Manager | 1 | $90,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many H-1B petitions has Sotheby’s, Inc. filed?
Sotheby’s, Inc. has filed 32 H-1B LCA petitions covering 32 worker positions from FY2023 to FY2026.
What is the H-1B DOL certification rate for Sotheby’s, Inc.?
Sotheby’s, Inc. has a 96.9% DOL certification rate, with 31 out of 32 LCA petitions certified. That is the Labor Department step, not a USCIS visa approval rate.
What is the average H-1B salary at Sotheby’s, Inc.?
The average H-1B salary at Sotheby’s, Inc. is $123,104. Salaries range from $50,000 to $245,000.
What are the most common H-1B job titles at Sotheby’s, Inc.?
The top H-1B job titles at Sotheby’s, Inc. include Staff Engineer, VP, Specialist & Senior Researcher, Chinese Works of Art, Staff Software Engineer. The most common position is Staff Engineer with 4 petitions at an average salary of $182,915.
Where is Sotheby’s, Inc. located?
Sotheby’s, Inc. is headquartered in New York, NY. Their H-1B workers are distributed across 3 states, with the most positions in NY, NJ, TX.
Is Sotheby’s, Inc. H-1B dependent?
No, Sotheby’s, Inc. is not classified as H-1B dependent.
How has Sotheby’s, Inc.'s H-1B sponsorship changed over time?
Sotheby’s, Inc. filed 13 petitions in FY2023 and 2 in FY2026. Average salary increased from $110,437 to $168,000.
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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