H E B

H-E-B is a prominent American supermarket chain founded in 1905 in Kerrville, Texas. Originally a small family grocery store, it has grown to become the largest privately held company and employer in Texas, with over 400 stores primarily located in Texas and northeast Mexico. The company generates annual sales in the tens of billions of dollars. H-E-B offers a diverse range of products typical of a full-service supermarket, including fresh produce, dairy, butchered meats, bakery items, frozen foods, pharmacy services, and household goods. The chain features various store formats, including superstores and marketplaces with added amenities like restaurants and coffee shops. H-E-B has also invested in modern retail technology, such as self-checkout kiosks and app-based checkout options, to enhance customer convenience. Additionally, the company has expanded into delivery services through its acquisition of Favor Delivery in 2018, catering to the growing demand for online shopping. H-E-B is known for its strong community ties, emphasizing regional products and supporting local initiatives, which reinforces its reputation as a beloved Texas brand.

Retail San Antonio, United States Founded 1905 ~20,073 employees

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Employees
20,073
0% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$2.3M
Revenue ~$46.5B
12-month attrition
8.1%
Tech: 5.4%
H1B filings, FY2026
22
Sponsors visas

Headcount trend

H E B went from 20,454 employees in Oct 2024 to 20,073 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 303 people joined, 479 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other9,157
Operations5,513
Success1,603
Engineering1,214
Sales977
Finance557
HR368
Marketing340

Salaries at H E B

All salaries

132 salary profiles in the US

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Pay by level, gender and ethnicity

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Moderate
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering81
Operations12
IT3
Consulting1

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 22 filings.

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H E B FAQ

How many employees does H E B have?

H E B has about 20,073 employees, unchanged over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

Does H E B sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. H E B filed 22 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is H E B's revenue per employee?

H E B makes about $2.32M in revenue per employee, based on $46.5B annual revenue and 20,073 employees.

How much does H E B pay?

6figr has 132 salary profiles for H E B in the US, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the H E B salaries page. See H E B salaries

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.