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Cato Institute Research Associate H-1B Salary

Cato Institute pays a median H-1B base salary of $52,000 for Research Associate, across 7 certified LCAs.

Median wage

$52,000

Average wage

$48,179

Range

$43,500–$52,100

25th–90th pct

Certified LCAs

7

Salary distribution

Annualized base salary on certified LCAs. Excludes bonus and stock.

25th
Median
75th
90th
Lowest
$42,000
25th
$43,500
Median
$52,000
Average
$48,179
90th
$52,100
Highest
$52,250

Based on 7 certified base wages, annualized.

Filings by year

3
FY21
4
FY24

Top locations for this role

LocationLCAsMedian
Washington, DC6$47,750
Arlington, VA1$52,250