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Frequently Asked Questions

Where does TruthWage salary data come from?

Every salary comes from US Department of Labor public disclosure files - PERM green card labor certifications (Form ETA-9089) and H-1B Labor Condition Applications (Form ETA-9035) - plus the BLS OEWS wage survey for market comparison.

Is this what employees say they earn?

No. This is what employers declared to the federal government under legal obligation when sponsoring workers. It is not a self-reported survey.

Does this cover every job at every company?

No. DOL filing data covers positions where an employer sponsored a worker for a green card or H-1B visa. We show BLS survey data alongside, which covers all workers in an occupation.

How often is the data updated?

DOL disclosure data is released and imported quarterly. BLS OEWS data is updated annually.

What is the Prevailing Wage Premium?

The DOL sets a minimum prevailing wage for each role and location. The premium shows how much above that legal floor an employer actually pays.

Is TruthWage free?

Yes. We earn revenue through clearly disclosed affiliate links and advertising that never influence the data.