What are the main factors that influence a Continuous Improvement Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Continuous Improvement Manager's salary?

A Continuous Improvement Manager's salary grows with experience: a Continuous Improvement Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $158,151, a Continuous Improvement Supervisor (10+ years)earns $101,162, a Continuous Improvement Manager (10+ years)earns $152,487, a Continuous Improvement Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $166,505, a Continuous Improvement Director (10+ years)earns $181,518,

What are the highest paying states for a Continuous Improvement Manager?

Continuous Improvement Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Continuous Improvement Manager roles are District of Columbia $152,490, California $151,910, Massachusetts $149,890. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Continuous Improvement Manager roles make?

Salaries for Continuous Improvement Manager level roles vary by specialization: Continuous Improvement Director: $164,000; Continuous Improvement Senior Manager: $150,400; Continuous Improvement Specialist V: $142,900; Continuous Improvement Project Manager: $142,440; Regional Continuous Improvement Manager: $131,064.

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Continuous Improvement Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Continuous Improvement Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Continuous Improvement Manager in District of Columbia is $152,490 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $73.

However, a Continuous Improvement Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $175,855
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $136,450 to $164,720
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $121,846

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Continuous Improvement Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$164,720	$13,727	$3,168	$79
Average	$152,490	$12,708	$2,933	$73
25th Percentile	$136,450	$11,371	$2,624	$66

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Key Factors That Influence Continuous Improvement Manager Salaries

A Continuous Improvement Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Continuous Improvement Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Continuous Improvement Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Continuous Improvement Specialist V (7-10 years): $158,151
Continuous Improvement Supervisor (10+ years): $101,162
Continuous Improvement Manager (10+ years): $152,487
Continuous Improvement Senior Manager (10+ years): $166,505
Continuous Improvement Director (10+ years): $181,518

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Continuous Improvement Specialist V	7-10 years	$158,151
Continuous Improvement Supervisor	10+ years	$101,162
Continuous Improvement Manager	10+ years	$152,487
Continuous Improvement Senior Manager	10+ years	$166,505
Continuous Improvement Director	10+ years	$181,518

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How Do Continuous Improvement Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Continuous Improvement Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $152,490.
California: $151,910.
Massachusetts: $149,890.

District of Columbia $152,490 California $151,910 Massachusetts $149,890 Washington $149,340 New Jersey $149,280 Alaska $149,090 Connecticut $147,190 New York $146,420

Hawaii $143,950 Rhode Island $142,800 Maryland $142,010 Minnesota $140,940 Colorado $140,520 Illinois $140,390 Oregon $139,860 Delaware $139,480

New Hampshire $139,230 Virginia $138,690 Pennsylvania $137,110 Nevada $136,310 North Dakota $136,050 Michigan $135,630 Wisconsin $135,480 Vermont $135,180

Texas $134,340 Maine $134,280 Arizona $134,200 Ohio $134,110 Georgia $132,840 Indiana $132,210 Wyoming $132,080 Utah $131,890

Iowa $131,810 Kansas $131,140 Louisiana $130,950 North Carolina $130,880 Missouri $130,860 Florida $130,320 Montana $130,030 Nebraska $129,750

Kentucky $129,600 South Carolina $129,050 Tennessee $128,710 Idaho $128,570 New Mexico $127,560 Oklahoma $127,340 Alabama $126,530 South Dakota $125,170

Arkansas $124,420 West Virginia $124,020 Mississippi $122,830

Top Paying Cities for Continuous Improvement Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $152,490
Washington: $152,490
Naval Anacost Annex: $152,490

Parcel Return Service, DC $152,490 Washington, DC $152,490 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $152,490 Washington Navy Yard, DC $152,490

Continuous Improvement Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Continuous Improvement Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$136,450

Average $152,490/year

$164,720

$11,371

Average $12,708/month

$13,727

$2,624

Average $2,933/week

$3,168

$66

Average $73/hour

$79

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$164,720	$13,727	$3,168	$79
Average	$152,490	$12,708	$2,933	$73
25th Percentile	$136,450	$11,371	$2,624	$66

Continuous Improvement Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Continuous Improvement Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Continuous Improvement Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $166,600 - a projected growth of 9% over your current level.

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