SOC code 27-2042
There have been 9 US Department of Labor LCA filings for Musicians, Instrumental on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 77.8% certified. The median annualized wage is $68,363. The top sponsor is Albany Symphony Orchestra, with most positions based in NY.
All sponsoring employers
6 distinct employers have filed E-3 LCAs for Musicians, Instrumental. Search or sort below.
| Employer | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Top state | Top city |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albany Symphony Orchestra | 4 | 75.0% | $101,088 | NY | Albany |
| Green Valley United Methodist Church | 1 | 100.0% | $41,600 | NV | Henderson |
| Heartbeat Opera | 1 | 100.0% | $62,400 | NY | Brooklyn |
| Merz Trio | 1 | 100.0% | $40,290 | MA | Boston |
| Project Merz | 1 | 0.0% | $42,266 | MA | Roxbury |
| Sharp Eyes | 1 | 100.0% | $26,520 | NV | Las Vegas |
Top states
Where Musicians, Instrumental E-3 jobs are concentrated.
| State | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 (55.6%) | $101,088 |
| MA | 2 (22.2%) | $41,278 |
| NV | 2 (22.2%) | $34,060 |
Top cities
Cities where Musicians, Instrumental E-3 jobs are filed.
| City | State | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albany | NY | 4 | $101,088 |
| Boston | MA | 1 | $40,290 |
| Brooklyn | NY | 1 | $62,400 |
| Henderson | NV | 1 | $41,600 |
| Las Vegas | NV | 1 | $26,520 |
| Roxbury | MA | 1 | $42,266 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Orchestra Violinist | 4 |
| Violinist | 2 |
| Musician/Music Production | 1 |
| MUSICIANS AND SINGERS | 1 |
| Flutist | 1 |
Filings by fiscal year
Year-over-year trend in E-3 LCA filings for Musicians, Instrumental. DOL's fiscal year runs October–September.
| FY | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | 3 | 100.0% | $62,400 | |
| FY2021 | 2 | 100.0% | $41,600 | |
| FY2022 | 4 | 50.0% | $101,088 |
Frequently asked questions
How many Musicians, Instrumental have been sponsored on the E-3 visa?
There have been 9 Labor Condition Application filings for Musicians, Instrumental on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 77.8% of applications certified by the US Department of Labor.
What is the median wage for Musicians, Instrumental on the E-3 visa?
The median annualized wage for Musicians, Instrumental on the E-3 visa is $68,363, based on certified LCA filings. Wage outliers above $2 million are excluded from this calculation.
Which employers sponsor the most Musicians, Instrumental on the E-3 visa?
The top E-3 visa sponsors of Musicians, Instrumental are: Albany Symphony Orchestra (4 filings), Green Valley United Methodist Church (1 filings), Heartbeat Opera (1 filings). The full list of sponsoring employers is shown above.
Where are E-3 visa musicians, instrumental based in the US?
Most E-3 visa filings for Musicians, Instrumental are based in: NY (5 filings), MA (2 filings), NV (2 filings).
Can Australians work as musicians, instrumental 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, Instrumental is regularly sponsored under the E-3 visa, as the data on this page shows.
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