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.
In 2024, the average approval rate for H-1B petitions across the United States stood at 98%, slightly higher than 2023's 97.3%.
The Educational Services industry led the H-1B filings locally during 2024, with 171 petitions (81% of all submissions), and an approval rate of 98.8%. Meanwhile, the Health Care and Social Assistance industry was the second largest contributor, filing 13 petitions (6.2% of the total), with an approval rate of 100%.
The Lafayette Times publication area employers with the most petitions during 2024 included Purdue University, which filed 177 petitions with an approval rate of 98.9%, See Page Eight with eight petitions and an approval rate of 100%, and Cac Auto Group, LLC, which filed six petitions with an approval rate of 100%.
Compared to 2023, the Lafayette Times publication area saw an unchanged 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 | Educational Services | 171 | 81% | 98.8% | 1.2% |
| 2 | Health Care and Social Assistance | 13 | 6.2% | 100% | 0% |
| 3 | Retail Trade | 7 | 3.3% | 100% | 0% |
| 4 | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 5 | 2.4% | 100% | 0% |
| 5 | Manufacturing | 3 | 1.4% | 100% | 0% |
| 6 | Finance and Insurance | 2 | 0.9% | 100% | 0% |
| 7 | Information | 1 | 0.5% | 100% | 0% |
| 7 | Real Estate and Rental and Leasing | 1 | 0.5% | 100% | 0% |
| 7 | Management of Companies and Enterprises | 1 | 0.5% | 100% | 0% |
| Company Name | Industry(ies) | Total Petitions | % Approved | % Denied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purdue University | Educational Services | 177 | 98.9% | 1.1% |
| See Page Eight | Health Care and Social Assistance | 8 | 100% | 0% |
| Cac Auto Group, LLC | Retail Trade | 6 | 100% | 0% |
| Cook Research Incorporated | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Franciscan Alliance, Inc. | Health Care and Social Assistance | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Wabash National Corporation | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| The Pe Tucker Insurance Agency, Inc. | Finance and Insurance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Riggs Community Health Center | Health Care and Social Assistance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Quasistatics, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Nanshan America Aat, LLC | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Nanores, LLC | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Mann Brothers Holdings, LLC | Management of Companies and Enterprises | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Logansport Community School Corporation | Educational Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Lafayette Tents and Events, LLC | Real Estate and Rental and Leasing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Inotiv, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Indiana University Health Frankfort, Inc. | Health Care and Social Assistance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Illumination International, LLC | Finance and Insurance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Fresh World Market in, LLC | Retail Trade | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Business System Solutions, Inc. | Information | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Blue Wave Capital and Consulting D | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Alotta Therapy, LLC | Health Care and Social Assistance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
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