New Mexico State University
H-1B Labor Condition Application (LCA) Data
In 2023, New Mexico State University filed 8 H-1B applications for Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary and related occupations with a median offered wage of $67,240. That is 9.7% below the OEWS prevailing median for the same roles — at or below the broader market rate. These are DOL-certified wages committed to in Labor Condition Applications — not necessarily the number of visas approved by USCIS.
Filings by Occupation (2023)
"vs Market" compares this employer's certified median to the OEWS national median wage for the same occupation. A negative number means the certified H-1B wage trails the broader U.S. market for that role.
| Occupation | State | Filings | Median | Market (OEWS) | vs Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | NM | 2 | $93,000 | $85,260 | +9.1% |
| Coaches and Scouts | NM | 1 | $36,830 | $45,910 | -19.8% |
| Business Teachers, Postsecondary | NM | 1 | $62,982 | $68,025 | -7.4% |
| Athletic Trainers | NM | 1 | $42,400 | $57,930 | -26.8% |
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | NM | 1 | $93,000 | $106,910 | -13% |
| Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | NM | 1 | $76,469 | $83,920 | -8.9% |
| Education Teachers, Postsecondary | NM | 1 | $66,000 | $73,240 | -9.9% |
Other Top H-1B Filers for Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
Employers competing for the same talent — ranked by total H-1B filings for Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary.
| Employer | Filings | Avg Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| University of Georgia | 3 | $100,110 |
| Oregon State University | 3 | $62,676 |
| Purdue University | 3 | $95,000 |
| South Dakota State University | 2 | $95,000 |
| Kansas State University | 2 | $100,000 |
| Texas State University | 2 | $54,000 |
| CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY, SAN LUIS OBISPO | 2 | $97,008 |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University | 2 | $92,500 |
Source: DOL Office of Foreign Labor Certification, H-1B LCA Performance Data. LCA filings reflect employer certification commitments, not USCIS visa approvals.
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