SOC code 27-2042
There have been 21 US Department of Labor LCA filings for Musicians and Singers on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 95.2% certified. The median annualized wage is $70,589. The top sponsor is Project Merz, with most positions based in NV.
All sponsoring employers
14 distinct employers have filed E-3 LCAs for Musicians and Singers. Search or sort below.
| Employer | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Top state | Top city |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project Merz | 6 | 100.0% | $41,070 | MA | Cherry Hill |
| Green Valley United Methodist Church | 2 | 100.0% | $41,600 | NV | Henderson |
| Lisa Marie Entertainment | 2 | 100.0% | $87,360 | NV | Las Vegas |
| Best Models And Talent | 1 | 100.0% | $31,824 | NV | Las Vegas |
| Dayton Performing Arts Alliance | 1 | 100.0% | $116,293 | OH | Dayton |
| Entertainment Events | 1 | 100.0% | $41,600 | NV | Las Vegas |
| Little Mission Studio | 1 | 100.0% | $97,760 | CA | San Francisco |
| Los Angeles Opera Company | 1 | 100.0% | $95,680 | CA | Los Angeles |
| Milo Entertainment | 1 | 100.0% | $41,000 | CA | Van Nuys |
| Music Fusion Academy | 1 | 100.0% | $40,518 | CA | Los Angeles |
| Rebecca Jo Martin | 1 | 0.0% | $39,603 | CA | Fullerton |
| Ruud Works | 1 | 100.0% | $72,800 | NV | Las Vegas |
| Sound To Sheet | 1 | 100.0% | $124,800 | NY | New York |
| True Music Lessons | 1 | 100.0% | $87,360 | NV | Las Vegas |
Top states
Where Musicians and Singers E-3 jobs are concentrated.
| State | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| NV | 8 (38.1%) | $57,200 |
| CA | 5 (23.8%) | $41,000 |
| MA | 2 (9.5%) | $41,070 |
| NY | 2 (9.5%) | $85,738 |
| FL | 1 (4.8%) | $41,600 |
| NJ | 1 (4.8%) | $35,630 |
| OH | 1 (4.8%) | $116,293 |
| SC | 1 (4.8%) | $21,050 |
Top cities
Cities where Musicians and Singers E-3 jobs are filed.
| City | State | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | NV | 6 | $80,080 |
| Henderson | NV | 2 | $41,600 |
| Los Angeles | CA | 2 | $68,099 |
| New York | NY | 2 | $85,738 |
| Cherry Hill | NJ | 1 | $35,630 |
| Clemson | SC | 1 | $21,050 |
| Dayton | OH | 1 | $116,293 |
| Dorchester | MA | 1 | $41,600 |
| Fort Myers | FL | 1 | $41,600 |
| Fullerton | CA | 1 | $39,603 |
| Roxbury | MA | 1 | $40,539 |
| San Francisco | CA | 1 | $97,760 |
| Van Nuys | CA | 1 | $41,000 |
Job titles within this role
The actual job titles employers used in their filings. Useful when the SOC label is generic — e.g. "CEO" / "Chief Executive Officer" both fall under Chief Executives.
| Job title | Filings |
|---|---|
| Violinist | 6 |
| Musicians and Singers | 2 |
| Musician/Music Production | 2 |
| Violin, Viola, & Piano Faculty | 1 |
| VOCALIST | 1 |
| Singer/Performer | 1 |
| Opera Singer - Chorister | 1 |
| Musician/Studio Assistant | 1 |
| Music Transcription and Services Associate | 1 |
| Music Production, Engineering & Artistry Professional | 1 |
| Music Instructor | 1 |
| Lead Vocalist and Musical Director | 1 |
| HORN PLAYER | 1 |
| MUSICIANS AND SINGERS | 1 |
Filings by fiscal year
Year-over-year trend in E-3 LCA filings for Musicians and Singers. DOL's fiscal year runs October–September.
| FY | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | 2 | 100.0% | $87,360 | |
| FY2021 | 2 | 100.0% | $95,680 | |
| FY2022 | 7 | 100.0% | $41,600 | |
| FY2023 | 1 | 100.0% | $116,293 | |
| FY2024 | 6 | 83.3% | $41,600 | |
| FY2025 | 3 | 100.0% | $41,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How many Musicians and Singers have been sponsored on the E-3 visa?
There have been 21 Labor Condition Application filings for Musicians and Singers on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 95.2% of applications certified by the US Department of Labor.
What is the median wage for Musicians and Singers on the E-3 visa?
The median annualized wage for Musicians and Singers on the E-3 visa is $70,589, based on certified LCA filings. Wage outliers above $2 million are excluded from this calculation.
Which employers sponsor the most Musicians and Singers on the E-3 visa?
The top E-3 visa sponsors of Musicians and Singers are: Project Merz (6 filings), Green Valley United Methodist Church (2 filings), Lisa Marie Entertainment (2 filings). The full list of sponsoring employers is shown above.
Where are E-3 visa musicians and singers based in the US?
Most E-3 visa filings for Musicians and Singers are based in: NV (8 filings), CA (5 filings), MA (2 filings).
Can Australians work as musicians and singers on the E-3 visa?
Yes. The E-3 visa is exclusive to Australian citizens and is one of the most common visa categories for skilled professionals working in the United States. Musicians and Singers is regularly sponsored under the E-3 visa, as the data on this page shows.
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