Ted H. Kim, Associate Director Refugee, Asylum and International Operations Directorate for USCIS | https://www.naco.org/
Ted H. Kim, Associate Director Refugee, Asylum and International Operations Directorate for USCIS | https://www.naco.org/
Employers are classified under industries based on their reported operations and may be involved in multiple industries.
The H-1B visa program allows U.S. employers to temporarily hire foreign workers in specialty occupations requiring specialized knowledge and at least a bachelor’s degree or equivalent. It is designed to address skill gaps in the U.S. workforce while ensuring wage standards to protect both U.S. and H-1B workers. Employers must certify that they will pay H-1B workers wages equal to or greater than those of similarly qualified U.S. employees or the prevailing local wage.
The average approval rate for H-1B petitions across the United States in 2024 stood at 98%, slightly higher than 2023's 97.3%.
Compared to 2023, the Construction sector in the Tri-City Sun publication area saw an increase in the number of H-1B petitions during 2024.
The United States admits around 1 million legal immigrants annually, most of whom receive permanent residence (green cards) through family sponsorship or employment-based visas. In 2023, about 1.2 million immigrants were granted green cards, a return to pre-pandemic levels. Temporary visa programs, such as the H-1B for highly skilled workers and H-2A for seasonal agricultural workers, also play a critical role in filling workforce needs.
Public opinion on immigration varies, with 46% of Americans favoring maintaining current legal immigration levels, according to a 2024 Pew Research Center survey. Additionally, 42% believe that highly skilled workers, such as scientists, doctors, and programmers, should be prioritized for legal immigration, compared to 25% who prioritize workers filling labor shortages and 19% who emphasize family sponsorship. Despite this, family sponsorship remains the most common path to permanent residency, accounting for 63% of green cards issued in 2023.
The data in this article comes from the H-1B Employer Data Hub provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). While USCIS strives for accuracy, manual data entry and errors on paper forms submitted by applicants or petitioners may result in discrepancies in employer names, tax IDs, locations, or other details.
| Rank | Industry | Total Petitions | % of All Submissions | % Approved | % Denied |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manufacturing | 39 | 44.8% | 97.4% | 2.6% |
| 2 | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 22 | 25.3% | 95.5% | 4.5% |
| 3 | Health Care and Social Assistance | 18 | 20.7% | 94.4% | 5.6% |
| 4 | Educational Services | 2 | 2.3% | 100% | 0% |
| 4 | Wholesale Trade | 2 | 2.3% | 50% | 50% |
| 6 | Construction | 1 | 1.1% | 100% | 0% |
| 6 | Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 1 | 1.1% | 100% | 0% |
| 6 | Public Administration | 1 | 1.1% | 100% | 0% |
| 6 | Accommodation and Food Services | 1 | 1.1% | 100% | 0% |
| Company Name | Industry | Total Petitions | % Approved | % Denied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nexteer Automotive Corporation | Manufacturing | 19 | 100% | 0% |
| The Dow Chemical Company | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 12 | 100% | 0% |
| Freudenberg Battery Power Systems | Manufacturing | 11 | 100% | 0% |
| Ascension St. Marys Hospital | Health Care and Social Assistance | 8 | 100% | 0% |
| Samhithmed Pro, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 4 | 75% | 25% |
| Means Industries, Inc. | Manufacturing | 4 | 100% | 0% |
| CMU Medical Education Partners | Health Care and Social Assistance | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Covenant Medical Center D B a, Inc. | Health Care and Social Assistance | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Dow Silicones Corporation | Manufacturing | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Freudenberg Battery Power Systems, LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | 50% | 50% |
| Lumen It Services, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Northwood University | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Capstoneusa, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| SK Siltron Civil Services, LLC | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Satnam Medical, PLLC | Health Care and Social Assistance | 1 | 0% | 100% |
| Caravan Facilities Management, LLC | Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| S&S Industrial Surplus, LLC | Wholesale Trade | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Queen Max Services, Inc. | Wholesale Trade | 1 | 0% | 100% |
| PMK Enterprises, Inc. | Accommodation and Food Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Board of Education Midland County | Educational Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Ming Chuan University | Educational Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Midmichigan Obstetrics and Gynecology, P C | Health Care and Social Assistance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Michigan Health Clinics | Health Care and Social Assistance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| City of MT Pleasant | Public Administration | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Isabella Citizens for Health, Inc. | Health Care and Social Assistance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Greater Midland Community Centers | Health Care and Social Assistance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Great Lakes Bay Health Centers | Health Care and Social Assistance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Boxes R US, Inc. | Construction | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| D&M Site, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
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