San Francisco to New York: NRI reveals how much H-1B workers need to earn to live comfortably in US

H-1B visa: How much does a family of 4 really need to live comfortably in 10 US cities in 2026? - The Tribune

For many Indians, moving to the US on an H-1B visa is closely associated with the promise of better career opportunities and a higher standard of living. But with housing, healthcare, education and everyday expenses rising in several American cities, a high salary does not necessarily translate into a financially stress-free life.

H-1B American dream comes with a $400K price tag, says Indian American influencer

An Indian American influencer breaks down how much H-1B families may need to earn to live comfortably in major US cities in 2026.

How much does a family need to earn in the US? NRI breaks down H-1B salaries

Aniruddha Anjana, a US startup owner who spent 10 years in America before moving back to India, shared the calculations in an Instagram post.

NRI Reveals Salary Needed To Live Comfortably On H-1B In 10 Major US Cities In 2026

Using the 50/30/20 rule, an NRI calculated the salary needed for families on H-1B visas to live 'comfortably' in 10 US cities for 2026.

San Francisco to New York: NRI reveals how much H-1B workers need to earn to live comfortably in US

According to the NRI's calculation, a family of 2 adults and 2 children would need to earn $407,597 a year in San Francisco to live comfortably in 2026.