Massachusetts has hosted 1,514 US Department of Labor LCA filings for E-3 visa workers across all available fiscal years, with 89.1% certified. The median annualized wage is $130,000. The most-filed role is Software Developers, with Ernst & Young as the top sponsor.
All roles filed in Massachusetts
190 distinct roles have been filed for E-3 visa workers in Massachusetts.
| Role | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Top city |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developers | 125 | 95.2% | $139,922 | Boston |
| Marketing Managers | 66 | 89.4% | $185,335 | Boston |
| Accountants and Auditors | 63 | 93.7% | $100,000 | Boston |
| Management Analysts | 57 | 89.5% | $157,628 | Boston |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | 56 | 85.7% | $118,209 | Boston |
| General and Operations Managers | 54 | 87.0% | $120,000 | Boston |
| Financial Managers | 49 | 83.7% | $225,000 | Boston |
| Chief Executives | 39 | 82.1% | $285,000 | Boston |
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | 38 | 86.8% | $73,445 | Boston |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | 35 | 82.9% | $140,000 | Boston |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | 27 | 85.2% | $85,779 | Boston |
| Sales Managers | 26 | 88.5% | $145,000 | Boston |
| Computer Systems Analysts | 24 | 83.3% | $120,341 | Boston |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | 22 | 90.9% | $182,500 | Boston |
| Natural Sciences Managers | 22 | 95.5% | $286,034 | Cambridge |
| Statisticians | 20 | 85.0% | $129,771 | Boston |
| Biochemists and Biophysicists | 19 | 94.7% | $118,500 | Cambridge |
| Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers | 19 | 84.2% | $104,520 | Boston |
| Operations Research Analysts | 19 | 94.7% | $91,000 | Boston |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | 18 | 94.4% | $122,970 | Cambridge |
| Physicians, All Other | 18 | 94.4% | $99,112 | Boston |
| Sales Engineers | 18 | 94.4% | $160,000 | Boston |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | 17 | 82.4% | $135,000 | Cambridge |
| Physicians and Surgeons, All Other | 17 | 94.1% | $91,500 | Boston |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | 16 | 93.8% | $203,020 | Boston |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | 15 | 80.0% | $140,000 | Boston |
| Human Resources Managers | 15 | 93.3% | $240,000 | Cambridge |
| Information Technology Project Managers | 15 | 100.0% | $117,810 | Boston |
| Veterinarians | 15 | 93.3% | $157,123 | Lawrence |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | 14 | 92.9% | $128,500 | Boston |
| Civil Engineers | 14 | 100.0% | $99,805 | Boston |
| Electrical Engineers | 14 | 78.6% | $125,290 | Framingham |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | 13 | 84.6% | $120,000 | Boston |
| Exercise Physiologists | 13 | 92.3% | $200,000 | Foxborough |
| Lawyers | 13 | 84.6% | $365,000 | Boston |
| Mechanical Engineers | 11 | 100.0% | $95,940 | Westfield |
| Regulatory Affairs Managers | 11 | 100.0% | $227,600 | Cambridge |
| Cost Estimators | 10 | 90.0% | $91,788 | Boston |
| Data Scientists | 10 | 90.0% | $144,040 | Boston |
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | 9 | 100.0% | $65,626 | Boston |
| Teachers and Instructors, All Other | 9 | 100.0% | $55,000 | Boston |
| Chemists | 8 | 100.0% | $129,817 | Cambridge |
| Construction Managers | 8 | 87.5% | $185,000 | Boston |
| Economists | 8 | 100.0% | $143,244 | Boston |
| Media and Communication Workers, All Other | 8 | 75.0% | $47,855 | Cambridge |
| Project Management Specialists | 8 | 100.0% | $149,000 | Boston |
| Treasurers and Controllers | 8 | 75.0% | $178,750 | Boston |
| Architects, Except Landscape and Naval | 7 | 100.0% | $90,000 | Boston |
| Computer Programmers | 7 | 100.0% | $115,000 | Canton |
| Computer and Information Research Scientists | 7 | 100.0% | $157,581 | Cambridge |
Top employers in Massachusetts
Biggest E-3 visa sponsors filing in Massachusetts.
| Employer | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Ernst & Young | 30 | $138,300 |
| Harvard University | 26 | $79,992 |
| Amazon | 24 | $154,400 |
| Children'S Hospital | 23 | $99,225 |
| General Hospital | 21 | $90,251 |
| Bain & Company | 15 | $175,000 |
| Brigham And Women'S Hospital | 15 | $91,500 |
| Wtp America | 15 | $123,600 |
| Wayfair | 14 | $136,000 |
| Brigham And Women'S Physicians Organization | 12 | $206,305 |
| Catapult Sports | 12 | $96,213 |
| Massachusetts General Physicians Organization | 12 | $99,000 |
| Massachusetts Institute Of Technology | 12 | $111,533 |
| Solution It | 12 | $100,500 |
| Schneider Electric USA | 11 | $203,000 |
Top cities
Cities in Massachusetts with the most E-3 visa filings.
| City | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Boston | 641 | $130,000 |
| Cambridge | 229 | $140,000 |
| Waltham | 51 | $140,000 |
| Burlington | 37 | $147,326 |
| Wilmington | 27 | $109,000 |
| Brookline | 26 | $89,225 |
| Marlborough | 26 | $125,117 |
| Somerville | 21 | $173,000 |
| Raynham | 18 | $94,583 |
| Andover | 16 | $124,170 |
| Lexington | 13 | $137,636 |
| Needham | 13 | $105,000 |
| Norwood | 13 | $160,000 |
| Bedford | 12 | $152,500 |
| Canton | 12 | $105,000 |
Filings by fiscal year
Year-over-year trend for E-3 visa filings in Massachusetts.
| FY | Filings | Cert rate | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | 223 | 91.9% | |
| FY2021 | 273 | 89.0% | |
| FY2022 | 253 | 87.7% | |
| FY2023 | 229 | 91.7% | |
| FY2024 | 211 | 85.8% | |
| FY2025 | 242 | 88.8% | |
| FY2026 | 83 | 88.0% |
Frequently asked questions
How many E-3 visas are filed in Massachusetts?
1,514 LCA filings for E-3 visa workers in Massachusetts across all available fiscal years, with 89.1% of applications certified by the US Department of Labor.
What is the median E-3 visa wage in Massachusetts?
The median annualized wage for E-3 visa workers in Massachusetts is $130,000, based on certified LCA filings. Wage outliers above $2 million are excluded.
Which roles get the most E-3 visa filings in Massachusetts?
The top E-3 visa roles in Massachusetts are: Software Developers (125 filings), Marketing Managers (66 filings), Accountants and Auditors (63 filings). The full list of roles filed is shown on this page.
Which employers sponsor the most E-3 visas in Massachusetts?
The top E-3 visa sponsors in Massachusetts are: Ernst & Young (30 filings), Harvard University (26 filings), Amazon (24 filings).
Can Australians work in Massachusetts on an E-3 visa?
Yes. The E-3 visa is exclusive to Australian citizens and Massachusetts is one of the US states with active E-3 sponsorship. The data on this page shows the employers and roles being filed there.
